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Wryly

Definition

In a way that shows you are amused or ironic, often because you find something slightly funny or ridiculous, but also possibly annoying or disappointing.

Example Sentences

1She smiled wryly as she thought about her bad luck.
2The comedian spoke wryly about the difficulties of modern life, making the audience laugh.
3He looked at his broken phone and shrugged wryly, knowing he had to buy a new one.
4The author wrote wryly about the challenges of writing, poking fun at the struggles all writers face.
5After spilling coffee all over her shirt, she laughed wryly and headed to the bathroom to clean up.

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