hysterics

Example Sentences

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"I remember mum – she was in hysterics, crying."

From BBC • May 27, 2025

Once recovered and breathing properly, one snicker from either of us in remembrance of what had been so funny, and off we would go, falling back into hysterics.

From Salon • Dec. 19, 2024

As the scene ended, all the women were in hysterics, ribbing each other over how they could better play their parts next time.

From New York Times • Jun. 3, 2024

Once again, they seem to be hoping our warnings are mere hysterics.

From Slate • Feb. 27, 2024

I mean, it has the word “butt” in it, after all, which gets him into hysterics every time.

From "Zara’s Rules for Record-Breaking Fun" by Hena Khan