in hysterics

idiom

: laughing very hard
The audience was in hysterics throughout the movie.

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The internet has been left in hysterics after a woman accidentally spilled coffee on her sweater, because the resulting stain was incredibly unfortunate. David Faris, Newsweek, 27 Feb. 2025 Internet users were left in hysterics by the clip, which has amassed over 278,400 views and 10,300 likes on TikTok at the time of writing. Matt Robison, Newsweek, 18 Feb. 2025 Reportedly in hysterics and threatening to kill James, Sissy’s mother notified police. Essence, 13 Feb. 2025 Hysterics As Toddler's Bedtime Turns Into 'Absolute Carnage' By Daniella Gray Family and Parenting Reporter 0 A dad from Northern Ireland was caught in the crossfire of his toddler's fart, leaving viewers in hysterics. Dan Perry, Newsweek, 31 Jan. 2025 Hysterics At What Dad Asks Daughter About Pilates Classes By Daniella Gray Family and Parenting Reporter 0 A dad based in The Bronx got the wrong idea about his daughter's Pilates classes this week, leaving viewers in hysterics. Raul A. Reyes, Newsweek, 22 Jan. 2025 Bringing your cat to work may sound like a fun idea; however, a video showcasing the reality has left the internet in hysterics. John Mac Ghlionn, Newsweek, 13 Jan. 2025 The women dissolve in hysterics watching themselves on film. 2. Toni Fitzgerald, Forbes, 10 Jan. 2025 In a viral TikTok video, a student revealed how their college surprised them during finals week, leaving internet users in hysterics. Tom Rogers, Newsweek, 26 Dec. 2024

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“In hysterics.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/in%20hysterics. Accessed 12 Mar. 2025.

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