laughter
Example Sentences
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She hesitates, then blurts out the news, barely holding back laughter.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 1, 2026
"I don't know if I can trust you," Joshua replied, drawing laughter.
From BBC ● Sep. 30, 2026
That drew laughter and loud applause in court.
From BBC ● Sep. 28, 2026
The room erupted in laughter, but he wasn’t finished.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 15, 2026
Only Rowan and Allun saw that her hands were gripping her apron, twisting the white cloth, and that her eyes were twinkling not with laughter but with unshed tears.
From "Rowan of Rin" by Emily Rodda
Vocabulary lists containing laughter
Comedy Lingo
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Spelling Practice 2, Unit 6
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