for a laugh

phrase

chiefly British, informal

: for amusement

The children were saying every word backward, just for a laugh.

Examples of for a laugh in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Although these items are often meant to be personal, comically unexpected, and inexpensive, some contestants go to great lengths just for a laugh. — Encyclopedia Britannica, 8 Apr. 2026

Everyone who speaks is totally set up for a laugh. — Brian Hiatt, Rolling Stone, 20 Mar. 2026

During the latest episode of First We Feast's Hot Ones, Radcliffe recalled how much Gambon, who took over the role of Dumbledore following the death of Richard Harris in 2002, could always be counted on for a laugh during filming. — Mekishana Pierre, Entertainment Weekly, 19 Feb. 2026

Some are hoping to teach you something, while others are just aiming for a laugh or offering a way to escape for a few hours. — Jessica Tzikas, Sun Sentinel, 8 Jan. 2026

Rhymes for for a laugh

• allantois
• baccarat
• chickasaw
• mackinaw
• overawe
• oversaw
• quebecois
• yojana
• aa
• aha
• bashaw
• bradshaw