Sentence examples for straight man from inspiring English sources
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The term "straight man" is correct and usable in written English.
It is often used to describe someone in a comedic duo who serves as a foil to the other person’s jokes or comedic acts. For example, “The audience can always count on the straight man to provide a sensible response to the funny one’s jokes.”.
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straight man
noun
A member (of either gender) of a team of comic performers who plays a supporting role by helping to set up jokes and punch lines through engaging in preparatory dialog with the principal comedian; a foil who plays such a role in theatrical comedy.
- For many years Bud Abbott served brilliantly as Lou Costello's deadpan straight man.
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