peal
noun
a loud, prolonged ringing of bells.
Example Sentences
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One broadcaster from Norway, amid peals of laughter, described the chief ice technician as "scooting" down the sheet.
From BBC ● Feb. 17, 2026
Far from the subtlety required before a camera, her powerful voice and exaggerated gestures fill the space -- and draw peals of laughter.
From Barron's ● Oct. 16, 2025
Hours were marked by peals of screams following every uncovered worm wriggling in the corn silks, and each of us proudly showing off our inky fingertips from pressing out purple hull peas from their pods.
From Salon ● Jun. 5, 2025
She applauded a third for his decision to tuck in his shirt onstage, which created peals of laughter.
From Seattle Times ● Oct. 12, 2023
Moments later the courtyard erupted into a melee of flung snowballs, scurrying children, and peals of laughter.
From "The Mysterious Benedict Society" by Trenton Lee Stewart
