laughing (at)

Definition of laughing (at)next
present participle of laugh (at)

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for laughing (at)
Verb
  • The political rhetoric aimed at ridiculing Canada bothers Johnson.
    Jeanne Bonner, CNN Money, 16 Mar. 2026
  • Other potential candidates, such as Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and Gavin Newsom, have achieved fame by berating and ridiculing the other side.
    Graeme Wood, The Atlantic, 3 Mar. 2026
Verb
  • Social media is reacting to the latest skit by comedian Druski, mocking women in right-leaning political spaces.
    Taylor Ardrey, USA Today, 26 Mar. 2026
  • People created memes and videos mocking Roan for mistreating children.
    Lisa Gutierrez, Kansas City Star, 25 Mar. 2026
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“Laughing (at).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/laughing%20%28at%29. Accessed 2 Apr. 2026.

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