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Laughter Democritus (c. 460—c. 370 B.C.) the laughing philosopher. [Gk. Phil.: Jobes, 430] rapacious scavenger, known for its maniacal laughter. [Zoology: Misc.] (nitrous oxide) sweet-smelling, colorless gas; produces feeling of euphoria. [Medicine: Misc.] Muse of comedy [Gk. Myth.: Brewer Dictionary, 1071] |
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But lost amid the overblown charges of sexism is real analysis of the plain meaning of Boxer's words -- namely, her risible suggestion that only those with a personal stake in an issue are qualified to weigh in on it. Even more risible is [Culture Secretary] Tessa Jowell's objection on grounds of cost. Not only is his voice spot on, but Ward manages, time after time, to parody his targets to risible effect. |
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