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Recent Examples of laugh off
Continue reading … 'WORST-KEPT SECRET' – Late-night host laughs off Biden cover-up as a major political scandal.
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FOXNews.com, 4 June 2025
George acknowledges his dominant role but pretty much laughs off any frustration the other members might have felt.
—David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 9 June 2025
While Trump-promoting outlets like Fox News laughed off the Trump repost, some media critics said it should be taken seriously.
—Brian Stelter, CNN Money, 3 June 2025
Why Bride's Family Called Wedding 'Cheap' Over Item at Reception Slammed
The ability to laugh off such situations seems to be a key element of their relationship.
—Maria Morava, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 May 2025
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FOXNews.com, 4 June 2025
George acknowledges his dominant role but pretty much laughs off any frustration the other members might have felt.
—David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 9 June 2025
While Trump-promoting outlets like Fox News laughed off the Trump repost, some media critics said it should be taken seriously.
—Brian Stelter, CNN Money, 3 June 2025
Why Bride's Family Called Wedding 'Cheap' Over Item at Reception Slammed
The ability to laugh off such situations seems to be a key element of their relationship.
—Maria Morava, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for laugh off
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The smell will fade overtime as the blinds begin to dry, but diluting vinegar with water helps minimize the potency of the scent.—
Ashlyn Needham,
Southern Living,
19 July 2025
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Here are recommendations for maintaining safety during a thunderstorm: To minimize risk of being struck by lightning, when going outside, have a plan to get to a safer place.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
19 July 2025
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Adrian Mannarino of France plays down at 8.6 kg (19 lbs) on occasion, which is like playing with a trampoline.—
Caoimhe O'Neill,
New York Times,
11 July 2025
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Central bank Governor Yang Chin-long played down the impact of local currency volatility at the last policy meeting in June.—
Jim Edwards,
Fortune,
1 July 2025
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Butler shrugged off the email and its claims, telling Crooks it had been written by a former intern with an ax to grind.—
Lynsey Eidell,
People.com,
23 July 2025
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Subscribers largely shrugged off Harry’s Polo, which logged paltry 500,000 views to rank #3436.—
Nellie Andreeva,
Deadline,
18 July 2025
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In Moldova, many discounted Maia Sandu, who became the country’s first female president in 2020.—
Anna Nemtsova,
The Atlantic,
26 July 2025
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When loss is minimized or discounted Psychologists describe this kind of unacknowledged loss as disenfranchised grief: a form of mourning that isn’t fully recognized by social norms or institutions.—
Brian N. Chin,
The Conversation,
25 July 2025
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Despite the price falling, some analysts believe the stock is undervalued.—
Ricardo Torres,
jsonline.com,
23 July 2025
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This is work that has historically been undervalued and excluded from some of the most basic protections, even as it’s seen as some of the most essential and fundamental work in our economy.—
Mariah Maddox,
Parents,
22 July 2025
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The problem is not just that Trump himself belittles intelligence.—
David V. Gioe,
Foreign Affairs,
2 July 2025
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Yet, signs like these serve only to dehumanize, alienate, and belittle their contributions.—
Victoria Moorwood,
The Enquirer,
2 July 2025
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His legacy is one of the most powerful underrepresented, and underrated in the region.—
Jesse Whittock,
Deadline,
21 July 2025
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Emotions underscored the persistence and success, while often underrated, of women in country music.—
Marcus K. Dowling,
The Tennessean,
2 July 2025
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“Laugh off.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/laugh%20off. Accessed 31 Jul. 2025.
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