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Recent Examples of hilarity There is some hilarity to the kills, like when poor Dr. Bhatia (Sunita Mani) meets an unexpected fate. Ryan Lattanzio, IndieWire, 12 Mar. 2025 As Shrek sets out with his talkative sidekick Donkey, the adventure quickly evolves from a simple quest to a journey of self-discovery, unexpected relationships and a lot of hilarity along the way. Jane Lacroix, People.com, 29 Mar. 2025 To add to the hilarity of the moment, the dog's canine sibling watched on from the comfort of a nearby couch. Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 20 Mar. 2025 As Shrek sets out with his talkative sidekick Donkey, the adventure quickly evolves from a simple quest to a journey of self-discovery, unexpected relationships and a lot of hilarity along the way. Jane Lacroix, People.com, 29 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for hilarity
Recent Examples of Synonyms for hilarity
Noun
  • With hyperpop-ish glee, Barbie veered between musical, slapstick comedy, and melodrama.
    Spencer Kornhaber, The Atlantic, 5 May 2025
  • Julian had a blast cradling the cooing birds and imitating the chant-like calls of the pigeon handlers, flapping his arms with glee as their flocks took flight and landed on command.
    Ashlea Halpern, AFAR Media, 30 Apr. 2025
Noun
  • Inspired by traditional countryside festivities, the garden is a sensory celebration of land and heritage.
    Lee Sharrock, Forbes.com, 20 May 2025
  • The two shared a particularly special moment during the festivities when the 8 Mile star joined the bride on the dance floor for a traditional father-daughter dance.
    Erin Clack, People.com, 20 May 2025
Noun
  • Lynch’s early attempt to get heat only resulted in cheers, though there were some boos mixed in.
    Alfred Konuwa, Forbes.com, 11 May 2025
  • After white smoke emerged from a chimney atop the Sistine Chapel on Thursday, there was a brief moment of uncertainty when the new pope's name was announced to a huge crowd in St. Peter's Square before people erupted in cheers.
    Nicole Fallert, USA Today, 10 May 2025

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“Hilarity.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hilarity. Accessed 24 May. 2025.

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