Meaning of the word "situation comedy" in English

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situation comedy

US /ˈsɪtʃ.u.eɪ.ʃən ˌkɑː.mə.di/
UK /ˈsɪtʃ.u.eɪ.ʃən ˌkɑː.mə.di/
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Noun

1.

a type of comedy series on television or radio that features a recurring cast of characters in a common environment, such as a home or workplace, and typically follows their humorous daily lives and interactions

Example:
My favorite situation comedy is about a group of friends living in New York City.
Many classic situation comedies are still popular today through reruns and streaming services.
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