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as in huff
a state of nervous or irritated concern
our grandmother gets all in a twitter if she doesn't get her weekly phone call right on time
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as in laughter
an explosive sound that is a sign of amusement
the sort of lame double entendres that invariably provoke twitters among the immature
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as in to chat
to engage in casual or rambling conversation
a local diner where the town gossips like to twitter
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as in to laugh
to show mirth with an explosive vocal sound
has this grating habit of twittering helplessly whenever she's nervous
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Recent Examples of twitter
Christopher Benfey, The New York Review of Books, 11 Apr. 2023
But all that is outside the comfortable quarters where Nora passes her days, twittering to her husband.
—Chloe Schama, Vogue, 10 Mar. 2023
The sun is shining, the trees are blooming, and the birds are twittering.
—Bebe Howorth, ELLE Decor, 27 Feb. 2023
Yet the roosters crow, the church bell sounds the hour, a dog barks somewhere, spring birds twitter in song.
—Arthur Longworth, The New York Review of Books, 12 Apr. 2020
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Verb
Spring has been unusually noisy here in New England, more Stravinsky than twittering Vivaldi.
—Christopher Benfey, The New York Review of Books, 11 Apr. 2023
But all that is outside the comfortable quarters where Nora passes her days, twittering to her husband.
—Chloe Schama, Vogue, 10 Mar. 2023
The sun is shining, the trees are blooming, and the birds are twittering.
—Bebe Howorth, ELLE Decor, 27 Feb. 2023
Yet the roosters crow, the church bell sounds the hour, a dog barks somewhere, spring birds twitter in song.
—Arthur Longworth, The New York Review of Books, 12 Apr. 2020
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for twitter
Noun
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Volunteers were charged around 25 cents per huff, bringing in good profit for those who’d invested in the necessary gas tanks, tubes, and breathing bags.Oshan Jarow, Vox, 7 Dec. 2018
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The huffs and hums, produced by two women standing face-to-face and vocalizing from their throats, is believed to be one of the oldest music forms in the world.Lale Arikoglu, Condé Nast Traveler, 17 Aug. 2024
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Mulaney said through his own absurd laughter, throwing his hands in the air.EW.com, EW.com, 11 Dec. 2024
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This comedy event is a celebration of resilience, humor, and the power of community, reminding us all of the healing power of laughter.Benjamin VanHoose, People.com, 10 Dec. 2024
Verb
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The bride learned of this change of plans ahead of the first look and immediately asked for a walkie-talkie to chat with Alex.Shelby Wax, Vogue, 16 Dec. 2024
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The two continued their playful competition, tossing darts and chatting more about the Earthshot Prize and its vision.Erin Hill, People.com, 14 Dec. 2024
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The Packers’ cornerback picked it up and, on his way back inbounds, chirped at Kolar to hold onto the ball well after the play, too.Matt Schneidman, The Athletic, 22 Aug. 2024
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Throughout the Claridge’s lobby, a candy trolley overflowing with festive treats and mechanical birds chirping softly from the tree add elements of surprise and interaction.Jeetendr Sehdev, Forbes, 21 Nov. 2024
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What’s more, learning is pretty easy when you’re either awestruck or laughing.Rebecca Coffey, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024
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Witnesses told police that after doing so, Wallen allegedly laughed.Karu F. Daniels, New York Daily News, 13 Dec. 2024
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The same thing happened a year earlier, when the initial outset of the pandemic triggered a panic among investors.Max Zahn, ABC News, 6 Dec. 2024
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Key Background After the July jobs report briefly sent a panic through Wall Street as unemployment unexpectedly spiked to 4.3%, triggering one recession indicator, concerns about the health of the labor market have abated in recent months.Derek Saul, Forbes, 6 Dec. 2024
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Petra came to talk to Gabriel late in the evening, when she was possessed by fears for her parents.Daisy Hildyard, The New Yorker, 15 Dec. 2024
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Officers part of the team talked with Granado, who drove away on Rural Road and headed across the street towards Lamplighter Lane.Rey Covarrubias Jr., The Arizona Republic, 14 Dec. 2024
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China was a major economic growth area for the NBA, but the relationship was fractured five years ago when then-Houston Rockets general manager Daryl Morey tweeted an image supporting protests in Hong Kong.Kurt Badenhausen, Sportico.com, 18 Dec. 2024
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Ian Wright tweeted the word ‘Leno’ with several clapping emojis.Tim Spiers, The Athletic, 17 Dec. 2024
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“Twitter.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/twitter. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.
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