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noun • a humorous anecdote or remark intended to provoke laughter • activity characterized by good humor verb • tell a joke; speak humorously • act in a funny or teasing way | ||||
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noun • a compulsory annual test of older motor vehicles for safety and exhaust fumes • a clever remark | ||||
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noun • a clever remark | ||||
Witty Remark
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JEST which was last seen in the New York Times crossword.
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JEST
Updated: September 23, 2025
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| New York Times29 May 2025 | Down 8 | |
| The Guardian Quick23 Apr 2024 | Across 21 | |
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