as in chuckle
an explosive sound that is a sign of amusement
managed to keep a straight face for a minute before he let loose with a loud guffaw
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Recent Examples of guffaw
Hannah Benson, Los Angeles Times, 27 Nov. 2024
Their one-night stop at the Paramount Theatre was greeted with guffaws as well as gasps for the troupe's astonishing technique.
—Michael Barnes, Austin American-Statesman, 17 Jan. 2024
All of this culminates in a literal wrestling match between Robert and Henry Muck, which caused me to guffaw.
—Nina Li Coomes, Vulture, 18 Aug. 2024
Alternatively, arrive at 5 a.m. and witness a tranquil side to Hanoi as older residents practice tai chi at dawn or guffaw during a laughter yoga session.
—Chris Humphrey, New York Times, 17 Oct. 2024
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Noun
Rather on theme, the lineup managed to convey permission to laugh rather than demand guffaws.
—Hannah Benson, Los Angeles Times, 27 Nov. 2024
Their one-night stop at the Paramount Theatre was greeted with guffaws as well as gasps for the troupe's astonishing technique.
—Michael Barnes, Austin American-Statesman, 17 Jan. 2024
All of this culminates in a literal wrestling match between Robert and Henry Muck, which caused me to guffaw.
—Nina Li Coomes, Vulture, 18 Aug. 2024
Alternatively, arrive at 5 a.m. and witness a tranquil side to Hanoi as older residents practice tai chi at dawn or guffaw during a laughter yoga session.
—Chris Humphrey, New York Times, 17 Oct. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for guffaw
Verb
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Luzardo chuckled when asked about the pitch design sessions.—
Andy McCullough,
New York Times,
28 Apr. 2025
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With the peak of the shower coming during the first few hours of Earth Day, Krupp chuckled at the alignment of the galaxy’s display and our observance of the holiday.—
Kaitlyn Huamani,
Los Angeles Times,
18 Apr. 2025
Noun
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There is non-stop laughter from audiences from beginning to end.—
Anthony D'Alessandro,
Deadline,
23 Apr. 2025
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But his administration’s steps, large and small, from attacking universities to immigrants to expert advisors, aimed at destroying competence and honesty as guiding principles for the U.S., will in the end yield only tears, not laughter.—
Dan Vergano,
Scientific American,
23 Apr. 2025
Verb
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At the same time, a giggling Mathews threw out a hand to further stop the desk’s movement and Bertinelli collapsed onto the ground in laughter.—
EW.com,
EW.com,
18 Apr. 2025
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The kids wail and giggle and leave their toys everywhere, and Hilaria takes a deep breath while struggling to load them all into the car.—
Kathryn VanArendonk,
Vulture,
14 Apr. 2025
Noun
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That sort of showboating elicits laughs from TV audiences, partly because today's younger shoppers are spending less on pricey goods and more on luxury experiences.—
Marco della Cava,
USA Today,
19 Apr. 2025
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Sharing good laughs goes a long way to strengthening connections and relationships.—
Liz Guthridge,
Forbes.com,
18 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Democrats can stop snickering every time someone admits parenting is hard.—
Nicole Russell,
USA Today,
3 Apr. 2025
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While other girls snicker when Lucia admits she’s never had her period, the queen bee graciously defends her from mockery.—
Guy Lodge,
Variety,
14 Feb. 2025
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“Guffaw.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/guffaw. Accessed 3 May. 2025.
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