zingers

noun

plural of zinger
as in witticisms

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  1. witticisms
  2. wisecracks
  3. quips
Noun
  • The result is an incredible repository of vexations, bafflements, witticisms, and brilliancies.
    — Becca Rothfeld, New Yorker, 1 June 2026
  • The initial experience of Shakespeare’s meter leads to a world of discovery of a man who quite literally changed the world with witticisms and insight and has shaped every corner of humanity since the 16th century.
    — David John Chávez, Mercury News, 4 Feb. 2026
Definition of witticisms
Noun
  • His wisecracks were kept to a minimum.
    — Gustavo Arellano, Los Angeles Times, 6 May 2026
  • Barry Diller was full of wisecracks tonight at the PGA Awards.
    — Anthony D'Alessandro, Deadline, 28 Feb. 2026
Definition of wisecracks
Noun
  • Sure, the Russo brothers lay on the quips and fan service a little thick, but after 11 years and 21 movies, they’re allowed to indulge.
    — EW Staff, Entertainment Weekly, 3 Aug. 2026
  • The same is true of Shannon’s gift for eviscerating quips and Feimster’s talent for proudly shouting inappropriate things, both on full display.
    — Daniel Fienberg, HollywoodReporter, 16 July 2026
Definition of quips
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“Zingers.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/zingers. Accessed 13 Aug. 2026.

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