thigh-slappers

noun

plural of thigh-slapper
as in drolleries

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  1. screams
  2. riots
  3. practical jokes
  4. ribs
  5. knee-slappers
  6. witticisms
  7. gags
  8. laughs
Noun
  • 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
  • South Africa’s history of violent anti-immigration riots stretches back to 2008, peaking again in 2015, 2019, and 2021, fueled by socioeconomic discontent.
    — Tiisetso Motsoeneng, semafor.com, 10 July 2026
  • Last month, anti-immigrant protesters clashed with police during riots across the capital Belfast, which saw homes and vehicles torched and authorities deploy water cannons.
    — Kara Fox, CNN Money, 10 July 2026
Definition of riots
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
Noun
  • Aaron Judge will have his ribs re-examined during the All-Star break next week, but general manager Brian Cashman said the club is not anticipating the imaging to come back fully clean.
    — Chris Kirschner, New York Times, 9 July 2026
  • 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
Definition of ribs
Noun
  • On dinner tables frequented by Brussels sprouts, meatloaf is the well-meaning uncle whose knee-slappers are beloved, but not particularly hip.
    — Betsy Cribb Watson, Southern Living, 14 Feb. 2026
Definition of knee-slappers
Noun
  • 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
Noun
  • 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
Definition of laughs
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