laugh off

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Recent Examples of laugh off Continue reading … 'WORST-KEPT SECRET' – Late-night host laughs off Biden cover-up as a major political scandal. FOXNews.com, 4 June 2025 George acknowledges his dominant role but pretty much laughs off any frustration the other members might have felt. David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 9 June 2025 While Trump-promoting outlets like Fox News laughed off the Trump repost, some media critics said it should be taken seriously. Brian Stelter, CNN Money, 3 June 2025 Why Bride's Family Called Wedding 'Cheap' Over Item at Reception Slammed The ability to laugh off such situations seems to be a key element of their relationship. Maria Morava, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for laugh off
Recent Examples of Synonyms for laugh off
Verb
  • Here are tips on how to stay safe during a thunderstorm: To minimize risk of being struck by lightning, when going outside, have a plan to get to a safer place.
    CA Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 19 July 2025
  • Here are recommendations for maintaining safety during a thunderstorm: To minimize risk of being struck by lightning, when going outside, have a plan to get to a safer place.
    NC Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 19 July 2025
Verb
  • Adrian Mannarino of France plays down at 8.6 kg (19 lbs) on occasion, which is like playing with a trampoline.
    Caoimhe O'Neill, New York Times, 11 July 2025
  • Central bank Governor Yang Chin-long played down the impact of local currency volatility at the last policy meeting in June.
    Jim Edwards, Fortune, 1 July 2025
Verb
  • Former President and Prime Minister of Russia Dmitry Medvedev has shrugged off President Donald Trump's latest moves on Ukraine.
    Shane Croucher John Feng, MSNBC Newsweek, 15 July 2025
  • Goldberg also looked strong while shrugging off chops from Gunther.
    Alfred Konuwa, Forbes.com, 13 July 2025
Verb
  • Rarely are they discounted heavily enough to warrant the compromise.
    Luke Larsen, Wired News, 12 July 2025
  • For example, apparel was discounted an average of 24% from list price compared to 20% last year, toys were off 19% (vs. 15%), and appliances discounted 17% (vs. 14%).
    Pamela N. Danziger, Forbes.com, 12 July 2025
Verb
  • Despite the price falling, some analysts believe the stock is undervalued.
    Ricardo Torres, jsonline.com, 23 July 2025
  • This is work that has historically been undervalued and excluded from some of the most basic protections, even as it’s seen as some of the most essential and fundamental work in our economy.
    Mariah Maddox, Parents, 22 July 2025
Verb
  • The problem is not just that Trump himself belittles intelligence.
    David V. Gioe, Foreign Affairs, 2 July 2025
  • Yet, signs like these serve only to dehumanize, alienate, and belittle their contributions.
    Victoria Moorwood, The Enquirer, 2 July 2025
Verb
  • His legacy is one of the most powerful underrepresented, and underrated in the region.
    Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 21 July 2025
  • Emotions underscored the persistence and success, while often underrated, of women in country music.
    Marcus K. Dowling, The Tennessean, 2 July 2025

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“Laugh off.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/laugh%20off. Accessed 29 Jul. 2025.

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