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to show mirth with an explosive vocal sound
some audience members thought that they were being clever by giggling during the serious scenes
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Recent Examples of giggling
Anika Reed, USA Today, 13 Feb. 2026
Think of things that bring you back to the days of making handmade Valentines for your secret crush and giggling with your friends after eating way too much Fun Dip.
—Kylie Petty, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Feb. 2026
Aislynne had spaghetti and meatballs for her entree, which had her giggling with happiness and the table laughing along with her.
—David Ferrara, Cincinnati Enquirer, 27 Jan. 2026
This is perfect for emergency organic kale runs or ripping around backcountry carvers with four giggling friends (or, in this author’s case, one friend and three ebullient toddlers in car seats).
—Sean Evans, Robb Report, 23 Dec. 2025
In a private moment, Sadie Sink and Amalia Yoo play estranged friends reaching back out to each other—first pretending to laugh, then really giggling, then abandoning themselves to a laughter bigger than themselves.
—Helen Shaw, New Yorker, 14 Dec. 2025
The camera zoomed out to reveal Hostin, Griffin, and Sara Haines all giggling in their seats over the surprise foot photo.
—Emlyn Travis, Entertainment Weekly, 24 Nov. 2025
Justin’s just giggling behind the camera.
—Lily Ford, HollywoodReporter, 11 Nov. 2025
DeGeneres and de Rossi can be heard giggling as their two dogs chase each other around the space.
—Natalia Senanayake, PEOPLE, 21 Oct. 2025
Verb
Unexpected seatmates Momsen and Goldberg often nodded together in agreement as power suits and statement furs came down the runway, giggling at times due to Jones' commentary.
—Anika Reed, USA Today, 13 Feb. 2026
Think of things that bring you back to the days of making handmade Valentines for your secret crush and giggling with your friends after eating way too much Fun Dip.
—Kylie Petty, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Feb. 2026
Aislynne had spaghetti and meatballs for her entree, which had her giggling with happiness and the table laughing along with her.
—David Ferrara, Cincinnati Enquirer, 27 Jan. 2026
This is perfect for emergency organic kale runs or ripping around backcountry carvers with four giggling friends (or, in this author’s case, one friend and three ebullient toddlers in car seats).
—Sean Evans, Robb Report, 23 Dec. 2025
In a private moment, Sadie Sink and Amalia Yoo play estranged friends reaching back out to each other—first pretending to laugh, then really giggling, then abandoning themselves to a laughter bigger than themselves.
—Helen Shaw, New Yorker, 14 Dec. 2025
The camera zoomed out to reveal Hostin, Griffin, and Sara Haines all giggling in their seats over the surprise foot photo.
—Emlyn Travis, Entertainment Weekly, 24 Nov. 2025
Justin’s just giggling behind the camera.
—Lily Ford, HollywoodReporter, 11 Nov. 2025
DeGeneres and de Rossi can be heard giggling as their two dogs chase each other around the space.
—Natalia Senanayake, PEOPLE, 21 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for giggling
Adjective
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As Thomas’ parents, Katina Smith and Bobby Thomas, unveiled their son’s smiling statue in the Broncos’ Ring of Fame Plaza last Sunday, as scores of his former teammates looked on in sadness and joy, Miller was 800 miles away in Dallas, gearing up for a game against the Cowboys.—
Luca Evans,
Denver Post,
24 Oct. 2025
Verb
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But lately, there’s been less laughing and playing there.—
Alisha Ebrahimji,
CNN Money,
17 Feb. 2026
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Tell Me Lies ends with Lucy, realizing that she has been betrayed once again, laughing in disbelief.—
Olivia Truffaut-Wong,
Vulture,
17 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Both Banka and Niggli seemed more amused and confused than outraged by the suggestions of improper practice, but Bild’s claims come at a challenging moment for ski jumping.—
Philip Buckingham,
New York Times,
5 Feb. 2026
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Simbi Khali played Nina Campbell, the sharp-witted assistant who often reacted to the Solomons’ antics with amused disbelief.—
Tereza Shkurtaj,
PEOPLE,
31 Jan. 2026
Verb
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In the front of the bus, Kilgo first started chuckling softly.—
Scott Fowler,
Charlotte Observer,
28 Jan. 2026
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When that happens, press play on these funny Hanukkah songs that will have the whole family chuckling.—
Fiona Tapp,
Parents,
16 Dec. 2025
Adjective
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Like Wilson’s show, The History of Concrete is packed with gleeful detours that take him to, among many destinations, a wax museum in Italy and a bubble-gum-removal company in New York.—
Shirley Li,
The Atlantic,
14 Feb. 2026
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Dylan stuck out his tongue in gleeful celebration of only his second basket in the semifinal, and their famous father laughed heartily at courtside.—
Dallas Morning News,
Dallas Morning News,
14 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Over the past few years, LaBeouf has managed to keep his screaming to a minimal and (mostly) onscreen habit.—
Fran Hoepfner,
Vulture,
17 Feb. 2026
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Running, screaming, and after sliding on my knees.—
Patrick Snell,
CNN Money,
17 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Haim managed to put on a show that felt about 95% mirthful while still honoring the integrity of the new songs that dig emotionally deeper.—
Chris Willman,
Variety,
14 Oct. 2025
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There’s a mirthful sparkle to the crowd, guests and crew alike, especially apparent given our close quarters on the train.—
Matt Ortile,
Condé Nast Traveler,
8 Aug. 2024
Adjective
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What follows is Rockwell and his merry band of misfits on a madcap romp through a dystopian landscape for a showdown with the future’s artificial nemesis.—
Etan Vlessing,
HollywoodReporter,
15 Feb. 2026
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Amaryllis flowers and winter greenery make for a merry arrangement.—
Miranda Crowell,
Better Homes & Gardens,
11 Feb. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Giggling.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/giggling. Accessed 21 Feb. 2026.
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