horselaugh

as in chuckle
an explosive sound that is a sign of amusement even in a crowded auditorium you wouldn't have trouble picking out his earsplitting horselaugh

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Recent Examples of horselaugh That drew a horselaugh from veteran investor Jim Chanos, whose experience as a short-seller has given him a uniquely percipient feel for Wall Street foibles. Michael Hiltzik, Los Angeles Times, 12 Mar. 2023
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Noun
  • Embracing them, accepting them with a little enthusiasm, and a good bit of laughter will spread the message to others and importantly to yourself that aging is fun and joyful and beautiful.
    Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 22 Jan. 2025
  • Keke herself was in a fit of maniacal laughter as SZA opted out of answering and ate another wing.
    Mya Abraham, VIBE.com, 22 Jan. 2025
Noun
  • Rory Sykes, 32 Malibu The rosy-cheeked, flame-haired 10-year-old paused and gave a giggle of frustration.
    Los Angeles Times Staff, Los Angeles Times, 13 Jan. 2025
  • Cooper and Cohen have become New Year’s staples as hosts of CNN’s lively celebration known for its fun atmosphere and viral moments—including Cooper’s infectious giggle.
    Monica Mercuri, Forbes, 31 Dec. 2024
Noun
  • After a few more laughs, Reynolds turned sentimental and shared some heartfelt words about Jackman.
    Mitchell Peters, Billboard, 25 Jan. 2025
  • My wife got a good laugh out of my fleeting optimism.
    Jon Greenberg, The Athletic, 24 Jan. 2025
Noun
  • League sources stifle their snickers in public while privately marveling at the owner’s ceaseless stupidity. 3.
    Jeff Howe, The Athletic, 24 Jan. 2025
  • So he must be placed in the Apparition section, next to ghosts like John Barron, sharing a snicker with Ivana.
    Greg Marotta, New York Daily News, 12 Jan. 2025

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“Horselaugh.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/horselaugh. Accessed 1 Feb. 2025.

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