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STRAIGHT MAN

(noun)
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There is 1 meaning of the phrase Straight Man.

Straight Man - as a noun

A performer who acts as stooge to a comedian

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
second banana

Example Sentences

"In a comedy duo, the straight man typically sets up the punchlines for the comedian."
"The straight man's deadpan delivery added to the humor of the joke."
"He perfected the role of the straight man in their comedy sketches."
"Being a good straight man requires excellent timing and comedic instincts."
"The straight man's goal is to make the comedian shine."
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