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shtick

noun

ˈshtik

variants also schtick or shtik

Definition of shtick

as in act

a performance regularly presented by an individual or group his shtick as a falling-down drunk isn't funny to people battling alcoholism

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Recent Examples of shtick His schtick is similar to Portnoy. — Pamela McLoughlin, Hartford Courant, 25 June 2026 The group’s schtick, showmanship, and penchant for casual bedlam is part of the package. — Marissa R. Moss, Rolling Stone, 18 June 2026 The sequel, which saw the Hill and Tatum repeat their undercover schtick in college, topped that total with a $331 million box office haul. — Matt Donnelly, Variety, 10 June 2026 Thankfully, not only does Springsteen enjoy the whole shtick, but Azaria got his personal thumbs-up in an unexpected way. — Devon Ivie, Vulture, 28 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for shtick

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The last act before festival founder Olivia Rodrigo, Roan turned it out with all of her powers—bolstered by a bold and bitchy, razor-sharp bob.

— Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 30 Aug. 2026
Here below, France’s own long-drink-of-water goalie Robin Risser does his best Beckham follow-on act with a stately Louis Vuitton carry-all with their trademark leather trim at the stress points.

— Guy Martin, Forbes.com, 29 Aug. 2026

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