Meaning of dead pan | Babel Free
Definitions
Adjective. [B2]
Examples
“This master comedian of dead pan delivery, perfect timing and the supreme usage of the pause to milk the audience laughter, actually started in vaudeville as a “class act” with his playing the violin and a partner as a pianist.”
“He was happy to acknowledge the outstanding ovation with his dead pan face⟳ and speak⟳ in his unique French Canadian accent.”
“I can't imagine⟳ that Jesus could have⟳ inspired and led crowds of people with a serious dead pan expression; it is more likely he had a sense⟳ of humor, and endless love⟳ for people.”
CEFR level
B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
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