Sentence examples for a skit from inspiring English sources

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The phrase "a skit" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used to refer to a short, humorous performance or play, often performed by amateurs.
Example: "The students put on a skit during the school assembly to entertain their classmates."
Alternatives: "a sketch" or "a short play".

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"A skit from 'Hee Haw'?

The New Yorker

Did you need a skit?

The Guardian - TV & Radio

This is a skit for the faithful.

The New York Times - Magazine

(It looked like a skit for a 4-H group).

The New York Times - Arts

The session culminates with Blair performing in a skit.

The New Yorker

A skit mocking the developer drew raucous laughter.

The New York Times

However, be forewarned: you must have a skit prepared.

The New York Times

Shi swiftly organized the pupils into two groups to perform a skit about the Pangu story.

The New Yorker

The counselors put on a skit called "FISA Court Follies" that was hilarious!

The New Yorker

Mel Brooks wrote and performed in a skit about gender roles and assumptions.

The New York Times

Yesterday, Ellen DeGeneres aired a skit about an upcoming sitcom around Nicki Minaj's childhood.

Independent

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