Laughter heard.

Meaning: This means that the sound of laughter has been perceived by someone, often as a result of a humorous or enjoyable situation.

Choice of Words: Laughter is the sound made when someone is amused or happy, and heard means that this sound has been perceived by someone. When you put them together, it describes a situation where the sound of laughter has been perceived by someone.

Alternative Expressions

The sound of laughter filled the air.

Meaning: This means that the sound of laughter was everywhere. It's like saying, The sound of laughter was so loud that it filled the whole room.

Choice of Words: Sound refers to something you can hear. Laughter is a sound of happiness and amusement. Filled means to occupy or take up space. Air is the invisible gas that surrounds us. When you put them together, "The sound of laughter filled the air" means that the sound of laughter was everywhere.

A ripple of laughter spread through the crowd.

Meaning: This means that the sound of laughter moved quickly through the group of people. It's like saying, The sound of laughter quickly spread through the crowd like a wave.

Choice of Words: Ripple is a small wave or movement. Laughter is a sound of happiness and amusement. Spread means to move or extend in all directions. Crowd is a large group of people. When you put them together, "A ripple of laughter spread through the crowd" means that the sound of laughter moved quickly through the group of people.

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