Die laughing

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To laugh extremely or uncontrollably.

The joke was so funny, I thought I would die laughing.
Visual representation of "die laughing" - To laugh extremely or uncontrollably.

Often appears as...

  • almost die laughing
  • you'll die laughing

Usage tips

Informal

Colloquial

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Colloquial Usage

Used in casual conversation among friends, not in formal settings like business meetings or presentations.

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When she tripped over her own feet, we all thought we’d die laughing.
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Figurative Speech

'Die laughing' is an exaggeration, it means to laugh a lot, not literally dying.

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I was watching a stand-up comedy last night; I almost died laughing.
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Positive Emotion

Indicates a very positive reaction to humor; represents extreme amusement.

Illustration for Positive Emotion
You'll die laughing when you see his Halloween costume.
Visual representation of the word "Die laughing"

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