amusement

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

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

Drive-in movie theaters catered to the growing suburban, car-driving population, fast-food chains like McDonald’s made eating out affordable for more families, and amusement parks proliferated after the opening of Disneyland in 1955.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 15, 2026

Mild amusement would have been an acceptable response.

From "Me Talk Pretty One Day" by David Sedaris