Meaning & use
schtick
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A distinctive comic routine, gimmick, or trait that someone is known for.
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The comedian's schtick involves deadpan delivery and long, awkward pauses.
Complaining about the weather has become her go-to schtick at every family dinner.
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Also spelled 'shtick,' the word comes from Yiddish and is common in informal English, especially when discussing comedy or performance.
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