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    wry - Dictionary definition and meaning for word wry

    Definition
    (adj) humorously sarcastic or mocking
    Synonyms : dry , ironic , ironical
    Example Sentence
    • dry humor
    • an ironic remark often conveys an intended meaning obliquely
    • an ironic novel
    • an ironical smile
    • with a wry Scottish wit
    Definition
    (adj) bent to one side
    Example Sentence
    • a wry neck
   Mnemonics (Memory Aids) for wry

wry - comes from AWRY, crooked, twisted.

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Wry makes others cry.. when u ridicule some one, u make them cry

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it is cry,when u cry the expressions of ur face will be changed or turned to one side etc

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sounds like "worry". when you worry, the expressions on your face are contorted, twisted.

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Sounds and looks like worry..You must worry after throwing a twisted remark about anyone mighty

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Wry is like cry because they both give your face a contorted look of disgust or disappointment.

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