Carrey
noun
Jim. born 1962, Canadian-born Hollywood actor noted for his comedy roles; films include Ace Ventura, Pet Detective (1994), Liar Liar (1997), The Truman Show (1998), The Majestic (2001), and Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind (2004)
Contemporary Examples
As carrey explains it, Baba is a “mischievous deity” intended to provoke inner reflection.
Jim Carrey’s Graffiti Rebellion Chris Lee October 2, 2011
Then, one afternoon in early September, carrey decided to take his work to the streets.
Jim Carrey’s Graffiti Rebellion Chris Lee October 2, 2011
More recently, carrey seems stuck on a recurring character he calls “Baba.”
Jim Carrey’s Graffiti Rebellion Chris Lee October 2, 2011
But the anecdotal evidence overwhelmingly suggests otherwise (carrey declined to speak for this story).
Jim Carrey’s Graffiti Rebellion Chris Lee October 2, 2011
carrey, however, joins a long line of stars who have hated on their own films.
Jim Carrey’s Rant Against ‘Kick-Ass 2’ and 13 Other Stars Who Hate Their Own Films Marlow Stern June 24, 2013
Historical Examples
carrey draws eight chariots, of which four partially survive and four are totally lost.
A Catalogue of Sculpture in the Department of Greek and Roman Antiquities, British Museum, Volume I (of 2) A. H. Smith
When carrey drew this slab, the head of the charioteer 36, 37.
A Catalogue of Sculpture in the Department of Greek and Roman Antiquities, British Museum, Volume I (of 2) A. H. Smith
This figure appears not to have suffered much since carrey drew it.
A Catalogue of Sculpture in the Department of Greek and Roman Antiquities, British Museum, Volume I (of 2) A. H. Smith
The remains of the left thigh show that the left leg was advanced as in carrey’s drawing.
A Catalogue of Sculpture in the Department of Greek and Roman Antiquities, British Museum, Volume I (of 2) A. H. Smith
This metope seems in the same state as when drawn by carrey.
A Catalogue of Sculpture in the Department of Greek and Roman Antiquities, British Museum, Volume I (of 2) A. H. Smith
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