chuckle

Example Sentences

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I understood his concern and tried unsuccessfully to stifle a chuckle.

From Salon

“I always chuckle a little bit when I see these reports in the paper,” he said.

From The Wall Street Journal

Robinson chuckles as canned laughter from the soundboard fills the room.

From Los Angeles Times

After what seemed like an hour to me, he chuckled and said, “Why, that explains it. Sure, that’s it. It has to be.”

From Literature

I sat on the floor, and she chuckled and handed me the stew.

From Literature