laughter
Example Sentences
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By comparing the laughter of humans and other great apes, researchers uncovered evidence that this ancient vocal pattern may offer valuable clues about how human speech gradually evolved.
From Science Daily • Jul. 2, 2026
Against the backdrop of the impending presidential election—cue laughter at references to Hillary Clinton’s inevitable win—their affinities and hopes emerge and diverge.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jul. 2, 2026
Ethan said his resounding memories of Caitlin will be those filled with laughter.
From BBC • Jul. 1, 2026
Amid a tumult of laughter, a head bobs up and goes under the dark waters of Kyiv's Dnipro river on the hottest day of the year.
From Barron's • Jun. 30, 2026
He gave a bark of laughter, spraying them both.
From "Wolf Brother" by Michelle Paver
Vocabulary lists containing laughter
Comedy Lingo
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Spelling Practice 2, Unit 6
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