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
As they watched themselves warbling, a camera captured the full array of their facial expressions—moans, groans and self-conscious laughter.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 18, 2026
I’m interacting with people, I’m hearing the laughter, I’m hearing the music.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 16, 2026
There was a shout of laughter from the people around.
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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