Laugh in somebody’s face

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verb

To show scorn or disrespect to somebody by laughing at them directly.

When I told my boss about my idea, he laughed in my face.
Visual representation of "laugh in somebody’s face" - To show scorn or disrespect to somebody by laughing at them directly.

Often appears as...

  • he laughed in my face
  • she laughed in his face

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Disapproving

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Emotional Hurt

This phrase often indicates that someone's feelings were hurt by another's laughter.

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After proposing my plan, they laughed in my face, leaving me embarrassed.
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Direct Interaction

This phrase suggests face-to-face interaction where laughter is used to show disrespect.

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He shared his dream of becoming an artist, but they just laughed in his face.
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Informal Usage

Used in casual conversations and can sound rude in formal settings.

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They laughed in our face at the reunion when we suggested a charity fundraiser.
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