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hilarity

[hi-lar-i-tee, -lair-, hahy-] / hɪˈlær ɪ ti, -ˈlɛər-, haɪ- /


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Christopher Nolan’s epic ‘The Odyssey’ hits theaters, ‘Stuart Fails to Save the Universe’ delivers interdimensional hilarity, Tom Hiddleston explores Pompeii, and much, much more.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 31, 2026

In recent years, creator Bill Lawrence has struck chords with emotional, warm-hearted hits like “Ted Lasso” and “Shrinking,” but this is where his blend of heart and hilarity really came together.

From MarketWatch Jan. 30, 2026

The prime minister made the juggling hand gesture that accompanies the reference, prompting class-wide hilarity.

From BBC Nov. 25, 2025

Cassandra Peterson understands the power of a movie night — or more specifically, the kind of movie night that wobbles between horror and hilarity, where the fake blood maybe gleams brighter than the budget.

From Salon Oct. 27, 2025

This was done to the great hilarity of the crowd, but to the increasing resentment of the young man.

From "Crispin: The Cross of Lead" by Avi




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