Word Knowledge · Question 230

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She had to stifle a laugh during the formal inspection. Stifle means

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Correct answer to question 230 (Word Knowledge): suppress

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To stifle a laugh is to hold it back, so suppress fits. Release means the opposite action.

Updated: November 2026

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