: a loud or boisterous burst of laughter
Her remark sparked guffaws around the room.
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managed to keep a straight face for a minute before he let loose with a loud guffaw
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Rather on theme, the lineup managed to convey permission to laugh rather than demand guffaws.
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Hannah Benson, Los Angeles Times, 27 Nov. 2024
Their one-night stop at the Paramount Theatre was greeted with guffaws as well as gasps for the troupe's astonishing technique.
—Michael Barnes, Austin American-Statesman, 17 Jan. 2024
All of this culminates in a literal wrestling match between Robert and Henry Muck, which caused me to guffaw.
—Nina Li Coomes, Vulture, 18 Aug. 2024
Alternatively, arrive at 5 a.m. and witness a tranquil side to Hanoi as older residents practice tai chi at dawn or guffaw during a laughter yoga session.
—Chris Humphrey, New York Times, 17 Oct. 2024
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Hannah Benson, Los Angeles Times, 27 Nov. 2024
Their one-night stop at the Paramount Theatre was greeted with guffaws as well as gasps for the troupe's astonishing technique.
—Michael Barnes, Austin American-Statesman, 17 Jan. 2024
All of this culminates in a literal wrestling match between Robert and Henry Muck, which caused me to guffaw.
—Nina Li Coomes, Vulture, 18 Aug. 2024
Alternatively, arrive at 5 a.m. and witness a tranquil side to Hanoi as older residents practice tai chi at dawn or guffaw during a laughter yoga session.
—Chris Humphrey, New York Times, 17 Oct. 2024
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“Guffaw.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/guffaw. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.
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