Send in the clowns

Used in a circus when an unforeseen disaster had occurred, with the clowns being sent in to distract the audience from the problem.

The audience hated the last act. Send in the clowns!

by PapaChango96 March 25, 2007

Send in the clowns

Introduction to the next GOP debate

Ladies and gentlemen, it's time to meet the Republican candidates.
Send in the clowns

by Klem Kadiddlehopper December 3, 2011

Send in the clowns

Refering to the movie Joker (2019)'s song "Send In The Clowns"

Often used as a term to raid a place as a clown.

Dude I hate school, someone send in the clowns!

by throwaway111 October 15, 2019