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Slapstick
Slapstick is physical comedy based on falls, collisions and exaggerated clumsiness. It is uncountable and works as both noun and adjective: "pure slapstick", "slapstick comedy". It is often contrasted with verbal wit as the less sophisticated form.
Examples in context
The film is pure slapstick from start to finish.
The film is pure slapstick from start to finish.
Children still love slapstick comedy.
Children still love slapstick comedy.
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