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comic relief

/ˌkɒmɪk rɪˈliːf/noun

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हास्य-प्रसंग (गंभीर कथा में हल्कापन लाने के लिए)

Core word

noun
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    amusing scenes or characters in a serious play, film or book that make it less sad or tense for a time

    हास्य-प्रसंग (गंभीर कथा में हल्कापन लाने के लिए)

    • The gravediggers in 'Hamlet' provide comic relief.
    • The driver's jokes added some comic relief to the thriller.
    • The talkative servant provides comic relief in the otherwise tragic play.
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    • A few funny lines gave the audience some comic relief during the tense scene.
    • The clown acts as comic relief in this serious story.