“It only hurts ___ laugh” Crossword Clue

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“It only hurts ___ laugh” Crossword Answer

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Hint 1: Clue Definitions

LAUGH (verb)
1. produce laughter
LAUGH (noun)
1. the sound of laughing
2. a humorous anecdote or remark intended to provoke laughter
ONLY (adverb)
1. without any others being included or involved
2. and nothing more
ONLY (adjective)
1. being the only one; single and isolated from others
2. exclusive of anyone or anything else

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