Tension cutter Crossword Clue
11 letters · New York Times · Saturday, April 12, 2025 · 25-Down
Appeared in 1 New York Times Crossword: Saturday, April 12, 2025.
Exact puzzle match · New York Times · April 12, 2025 · 25-Down · 11 letters
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The inclusion of a humorous character or scene or witty dialogue in an otherwise serious work, often to relieve tension.
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