mirth
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At the beginning of the war, Iran’s seemingly scattered attacks on infrastructure, embassies and hotels in Gulf states were a source of mirth for some American commentators.
From Salon ● Mar. 18, 2026
His calling card: He added a dose of mirth to the sober ministerings of a profession not known for its sense of humor or rhetorical skills.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Feb. 26, 2026
In summoning so much mirth for its monument to merriment, “A Child’s Christmas in Wales” cheerfully rages against the dying of the light.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Dec. 19, 2025
The effectiveness of the new production, co-directed by Julia Rodriguez-Elliott and Geoff Elliott, is the ensemble approach to the comedy, with everyone expected to contribute their fair share of mirth.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 9, 2025
Eventually I begin to think I’m going to throw up and crawl away, to the great mirth of everyone.
From "Water for Elephants" by Sara Gruen
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