Thesaurus results for THIGH-SLAPPERS

thigh-slappers

noun

plural of thigh-slapper

as in drolleries

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The delighted screams were coming from a man wearing a Mexico soccer jersey in the first row.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 1 July 2026
Alicent fights back and is ultimately rescued by Grand Maester Orwyle, who hears her screams.

— Amanda Whiting, Vulture, 29 June 2026

Definition of screams

Noun

Sabrina the Teenage Witch, which ran from 1996 to 2003, was known for its hijinks, practical jokes and special effects, and, of course, magic.

— Meredith Wilshere, PEOPLE, 21 June 2026
Crews often found release in rowdiness, camaraderie, practical jokes, and the inevitable coping mechanisms of drink and drugs.

— Richard Brody, New Yorker, 6 Apr. 2026

Definition of practical jokes

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Sam’s Club is also offering discounts on 250 items, including different types of meat such as chicken wings, beef hot dogs and ribs.

— Ramishah Maruf, CNN Money, 7 July 2026
It’s topped with edamame, corn ribs, crunchy tortilla strips, and sherry dressing—because after a day in the theme park, a vegetable-forward entree is always welcome.

— Jacqueline Dole, Travel + Leisure, 5 July 2026

Definition of ribs

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The result is an incredible repository of vexations, bafflements, witticisms, and brilliancies.

— Becca Rothfeld, New Yorker, 1 June 2026
The initial experience of Shakespeare’s meter leads to a world of discovery of a man who quite literally changed the world with witticisms and insight and has shaped every corner of humanity since the 16th century.

— David John Chávez, Mercury News, 4 Feb. 2026

Definition of witticisms

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Who could’ve guessed that a modest, half-hour drama filled with poop gags and 10 inches of prosthetic man meat would be the show to revitalize the fandom’s faith in Game of Thrones?

— Samantha Highfill, Entertainment Weekly, 6 July 2026
The gags are both belabored and feeble.

— Stephanie Zacharek, Time, 26 June 2026

Definition of gags

Noun

Davidson cowrote each episode, providing plenty of laughs and adding an extra bounce to the show’s hopeful ending.

— Sara Netzley, Entertainment Weekly, 2 July 2026
Nervous laughs and unexpected insights emerge as young people use stories to make sense of themselves and the world around them.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 1 July 2026

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