drily

adverb

«drily» in the English dictionary: everyday — its meanings, how the lessons use it, and examples, each with its tree on Mova.

Everyday

In a funny way that seems serious, with a straight face (dry humour). tree →
In a dry way, without water or wetness (rare). tree →

In the lessons

In stories it is a speech adverb: someone says something drily when they make a quiet joke or a sarcastic remark; in British humour, dry wit is common; phrases: «said drily», «remarked drily».

Examples

«Oh, brilliant,» said Dad drily, as the rain came down on our picnic. tree →
«Lovely weather for ducks,» Grandpa remarked drily. tree →
She smiled drily at his excuse. tree →
«I'm sure the homework ate itself,» the teacher said drily. tree →
He answered drily, without a smile. tree →
The comedian spoke drily, which made it even funnier. tree →
‘Top Off,’ said the Cat drily. tree →

Note

Also spelled «dryly» (more common in US English). From dry. Dry humour means jokes told in a calm, serious voice.

On Mova

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