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laughter

[laf-ter, lahf-] / ˈlæf tər, ˈlɑf- /


Example Sentences

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As the news conference wore on, the room filled with laughter.

From BBC • Apr. 16, 2026

Beneath the eye-rolling and laughter at this Francis is real concern.

From Slate • Apr. 13, 2026

Nicklaus’ line prompted heavy laughter from the gallery at Augusta National, but the 18-time major championship winner wasn’t kidding.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 9, 2026

Exploitation is not inherently funny, and there’s a vast difference between a movie that earns your laughter and one that expects a certain reaction.

From Salon • Apr. 9, 2026

I had a sudden recollection of booming laughter and the thick smell of pipe tobacco.

From "The Detective's Assistant" by Kate Hannigan




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