giggled; giggling
ˈgi-g(ə-)liŋ 
: to laugh with repeated short catches of the breath
: to utter with a giggle
Synonyms
Verb
Noun
Examples of giggle in a Sentence
Verb
She giggled like a little kid.
We were all joking and giggling nervously as we waited for the ceremony to begin.
Noun
poking fun at the royal family is nothing new, but this movie comedy has a few giggles you haven't heard before
couldn't help but giggle at his remark
Recent Examples on the Web
Owen Gleiberman, Variety, 12 Apr. 2024
New moments in the visual include shots of her giggling and sticking her tongue out while kneeling on the motel room bed, adjusting her iconic beehive hairdo and coyly smiling and interacting with a man who's trying to get her attention on the street, in addition to other clips of b-roll.
—Sadie Bell, Peoplemag, 10 Apr. 2024
Instead, her roommate watched as Evelyn giggled in excitement about a birthday party planned for a new friend on campus the next night.
—Amber Ferguson, Washington Post, 6 Apr. 2024
In Vogue’s latest episode of Off the Cuff, the two co-stars giggle over secrets, spoilers, dream roles, and items stolen from set.
—Lea Donenberg, Vogue, 5 Apr. 2024
The video then switched to Emme giggling while holding some piglets before the camera turned to Max sitting down with a friend for some food.
—Becca Longmire, Peoplemag, 25 Mar. 2024
On set, the two laugh together in between takes, both giggling as Grande leans her head on the American Horror Story alum’s shoulder.
—Hannah Dailey, Billboard, 13 Mar. 2024
Guests will also encounter fun elements throughout the experience, including an interactive gong; mischievous, giggling baby pandas; and oversized merry-go-round noodle bowls from Mr. Ping’s Noodle Shop.
—EW.com, 29 Feb. 2024
The couple has been known to post a few snaps and reels on Instagram from time to time, including an adorable video of River giggling.
—Tabitha Britt, Peoplemag, 17 Mar. 2024
Chris Jordan, USA TODAY, 12 Apr. 2024
This 100-minute solo show generates plenty of giggles amid the panic as Wong, an actor with a zingy standup vibe, transports you back in time to the terrifying early days of the pandemic.
—Karen D'souza, The Mercury News, 9 Apr. 2024
James also tried on goggles for giggles when Wendell Carter Jr. of the Orlando Magic had his pair knocked off his head during a 2021 game against the Lakers.
—Steve Henson, Los Angeles Times, 8 Apr. 2024
An affair, to keep it going, or a divorce, for giggles.
—Souvankham Thammavongsa, The New Yorker, 1 Apr. 2024
From Hollywood to New York and everywhere in between, see what your favorite stars are up to
Stars have been everywhere this week, from Kristen Stewart and Seth Meyers' giggle fit while shooting a segment for his show to Cardi B attending a charity dinner in L.A.
—Alexandra Schonfeld, Peoplemag, 28 Mar. 2024
Right on time, the quiet room fills with giggles and sneaker squeaks as children pile into the space, each one excitedly talking over the other.
—Maya Eaglin, NBC News, 9 Mar. 2024
From glam premiere shots to awards show giggles, here are some of the duo's cutest photos.
—Alexandra Schonfeld, Peoplemag, 10 Mar. 2024
Known for having a silly personality, Jacky will let out endless giggles if someone tickles her.
—The Star, Kansas City Star, 2 Mar. 2024
Verb
By the time Sting starts wrapping her victims in giant webs made of greenish ooze, some of the main characters are hanging there, suspended, even as the movie suspends itself between creep-out and giggle fit.
—Owen Gleiberman, Variety, 12 Apr. 2024
New moments in the visual include shots of her giggling and sticking her tongue out while kneeling on the motel room bed, adjusting her iconic beehive hairdo and coyly smiling and interacting with a man who's trying to get her attention on the street, in addition to other clips of b-roll.
—Sadie Bell, Peoplemag, 10 Apr. 2024
Instead, her roommate watched as Evelyn giggled in excitement about a birthday party planned for a new friend on campus the next night.
—Amber Ferguson, Washington Post, 6 Apr. 2024
In Vogue’s latest episode of Off the Cuff, the two co-stars giggle over secrets, spoilers, dream roles, and items stolen from set.
—Lea Donenberg, Vogue, 5 Apr. 2024
The video then switched to Emme giggling while holding some piglets before the camera turned to Max sitting down with a friend for some food.
—Becca Longmire, Peoplemag, 25 Mar. 2024
On set, the two laugh together in between takes, both giggling as Grande leans her head on the American Horror Story alum’s shoulder.
—Hannah Dailey, Billboard, 13 Mar. 2024
Guests will also encounter fun elements throughout the experience, including an interactive gong; mischievous, giggling baby pandas; and oversized merry-go-round noodle bowls from Mr. Ping’s Noodle Shop.
—EW.com, 29 Feb. 2024
The couple has been known to post a few snaps and reels on Instagram from time to time, including an adorable video of River giggling.
—Tabitha Britt, Peoplemag, 17 Mar. 2024
Noun
Silence and a few nervous giggles among the roomies followed in their Nashville rental.
—Chris Jordan, USA TODAY, 12 Apr. 2024
This 100-minute solo show generates plenty of giggles amid the panic as Wong, an actor with a zingy standup vibe, transports you back in time to the terrifying early days of the pandemic.
—Karen D'souza, The Mercury News, 9 Apr. 2024
James also tried on goggles for giggles when Wendell Carter Jr. of the Orlando Magic had his pair knocked off his head during a 2021 game against the Lakers.
—Steve Henson, Los Angeles Times, 8 Apr. 2024
An affair, to keep it going, or a divorce, for giggles.
—Souvankham Thammavongsa, The New Yorker, 1 Apr. 2024
From Hollywood to New York and everywhere in between, see what your favorite stars are up to
Stars have been everywhere this week, from Kristen Stewart and Seth Meyers' giggle fit while shooting a segment for his show to Cardi B attending a charity dinner in L.A.
—Alexandra Schonfeld, Peoplemag, 28 Mar. 2024
Right on time, the quiet room fills with giggles and sneaker squeaks as children pile into the space, each one excitedly talking over the other.
—Maya Eaglin, NBC News, 9 Mar. 2024
From glam premiere shots to awards show giggles, here are some of the duo's cutest photos.
—Alexandra Schonfeld, Peoplemag, 10 Mar. 2024
Known for having a silly personality, Jacky will let out endless giggles if someone tickles her.
—The Star, Kansas City Star, 2 Mar. 2024
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“Giggle.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/giggle. Accessed 19 Apr. 2024.
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