Raise a laugh/smile In english explanation

The meaning, explanation, definition and origin of the idiom/phrase "raise a laugh/smile", English Idiom Dictionary ( also found in Vietnamese )

author Zesty Y calendar 2022-03-01 11:03

Meaning of Raise a laugh/smile

Synonyms:

get a laugh

Raise a laugh/smile phrase

To make someone or a group of people smile; to provoke laughter from someone or a group of people.

 

I performed some antics in front of Mary, but she was so sad that they didn't raise a smile.

He was ashamed of himself for telling a joke, but it didn't raise a laugh.

John is a witty public speaker. He always succeeds at raising a laugh with his funny stories.

Grammar and Usage of Raise a laugh/smile

Verb Forms

The verb "raise" must be conjugated according to its tense.
 

Origin of Raise a laugh/smile

The origin of this phrase is not clear.
 

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itching to do something

To long for something/ to do something

Example:

I'm itching to go to a tranquil place of quiet beauty.

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