Homeric laughter
Americannoun
noun
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The implications of this proviso struck the German Reichstag so forcibly that Deputies clutched their quaking midriffs and the whole chamber roared with Homeric laughter until tears of mirth glistened on many a cheek.
From Time Magazine Archive
Homeric laughter shook the air; but while Mr. Haward laughed not, neither did he frown or blush.
From Audrey by Mary Johnston
The Solicitor-General, who had his share in the genial roasting, might roar with Homeric laughter.
From Punch, or the London Charivari, Vol. 105, September 2nd, 1893 by Various
The major bursts into Homeric laughter, in which Zdena, whose overstrained nerves dispose her for tears as well as laughter, joins.
From 'O Thou, My Austria!' by Ossip Schubin
Then Brett sat down and enjoyed a burst of Homeric laughter.
From The Stowmarket Mystery Or, A Legacy of Hate by Louis Tracy
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