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Recent Examples of laugh off
The girls’ ability to naively laugh off troubling events is uncomfortable to watch, even if their reactions are just a brave façade.
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Emily McClanathan, Chicago Tribune, 3 Sep. 2025
Travis had not seen the clip, but laughed off the comment.
—Rachel McRady, PEOPLE, 3 Sep. 2025
Stories like those were passed from person to person like fairytales for adults — no doubt laughed off by many.
—Lizz Schumer, People.com, 18 Aug. 2025
Give yourself some grace, laugh off the awkward interactions, and remember that every misstep is just another story to bring home.
—Symiah Dorsey, Southern Living, 15 Aug. 2025
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Emily McClanathan, Chicago Tribune, 3 Sep. 2025
Travis had not seen the clip, but laughed off the comment.
—Rachel McRady, PEOPLE, 3 Sep. 2025
Stories like those were passed from person to person like fairytales for adults — no doubt laughed off by many.
—Lizz Schumer, People.com, 18 Aug. 2025
Give yourself some grace, laugh off the awkward interactions, and remember that every misstep is just another story to bring home.
—Symiah Dorsey, Southern Living, 15 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for laugh off
Verb
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Like machines, most companies are designed to create efficient, predictable outcomes; minimize risk; and eliminate variation.—
Jana Werner,
Harvard Business Review,
5 Nov. 2025
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The medication contains a small amount of radioactive material, which means it must be handled carefully to minimize radiation exposure.—
Melissa Rudy,
FOXNews.com,
4 Nov. 2025
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Saudi Arabia’s Finance Minister Mohammed Aljadaan has played down concerns over Saudi Arabia’s growing debt pile (albeit a relatively low one of 32% of GDP) and deficit.—
Holly Ellyatt,
CNBC,
29 Oct. 2025
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Freeman played down the epic nature of his homer to seal a game that officially lasted six hours and 39 minutes.—
Greg Rosenstein,
NBC news,
28 Oct. 2025
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And some Republicans are shrugging off any one issue as being influential enough to tip the scales.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
3 Nov. 2025
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Franklin shrugged off a slump and is back to getting stuff done, indeed.—
Parker Gabriel,
Denver Post,
27 Oct. 2025
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For a similarly stylish and customizable option, the Halo Foldover Pant is another standout, and it’s now discounted to under $100.—
Julia Morlino,
Travel + Leisure,
6 Nov. 2025
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And, the time has never been better with thousands of decor picks discounted at Target.—
Jacqueline Tempera,
PEOPLE,
6 Nov. 2025
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The deal, seen as crucial to cementing family control over the Samsung empire, was fiercely opposed by minority investors, including Elliott Management and Mason Capital, who argued the terms undervalued C & T shares.—
Lee Ying Shan,
CNBC,
4 Nov. 2025
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Projections are also likely undervaluing freshman Keaton Wagler, a potential starter who has gotten rave reviews from everyone who has seen Illinois play this preseason.—
Jim Root,
New York Times,
3 Nov. 2025
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The bride shared that the moment left her feeling belittled, even as guests laughed along.—
Ashley Vega,
PEOPLE,
6 Nov. 2025
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Instead of listening, prominent voices on the Left, like AOC, choose to belittle her.—
Amy Reichert,
Oc Register,
29 Oct. 2025
Verb
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His offensive line is bad, and the Chiefs’ pass rush is underrated.—
Vic Tafur,
New York Times,
16 Oct. 2025
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He’s also underrated in various aspects such as helping space the floor and assisting on the glass.—
Roderick Boone,
Charlotte Observer,
28 Sep. 2025
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“Laugh off.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/laugh%20off. Accessed 9 Nov. 2025.
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