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
  • To Saubert, though, Fleury stands out much more for his skill than his opportune wisecracks.
    — Andrew Destin, New York Times, 8 Sep. 2026
  • Parton was a master at meeting wisecracks about her shapely figure with her own one-liners.
    — Lorraine Ali, Los Angeles Times, 26 Aug. 2026
Definition of wisecracks
Noun
  • Beneath his commentary on trending topics and crowd interactions are anecdotes inspired by Brookzz’s family and his personal life, giving the debut a hint of intimacy and a glimpse into the man behind the charming grin and witty quips.
    — Preezy Brown, VIBE.com, 6 Oct. 2026
  • Better get your quips out since one and done is a foregone conclusion.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 6 Oct. 2026
Definition of quips
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