amusement
Example Sentences
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It can feel as if you are spinning out of control in a Tilt-A-Whirl ride at an amusement park.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 15, 2026
He insisted the event was real, sparking both disbelief and amusement among peers and online observers alike.
From Salon • Apr. 5, 2026
According to Tani, Trump’s buzzing iPhone has become a source of amusement at the White House.
From Slate • Mar. 18, 2026
Cole Palmer jokingly wrapped his arms around Tierney before staring quizzically at the official, who merely smiled back at the England international as Trevoh Chalobah and Enzo Fernandez watched on in amusement.
From BBC • Mar. 14, 2026
Roughly the size and color of a Band-Aid, the amusement floats on a shallow, muddy puddle of sauce and is topped with a sprig of greenery.
From "Me Talk Pretty One Day" by David Sedaris
Vocabulary lists containing amusement
The SAT: Words to Capture Tone, List 1
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The New SAT: Words to Capture Tone
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Enjoy! Synonyms for "Pleasure"
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