He felt ashamed because everyone was laughing __________ him. Which preposition correctly completes the sentence?

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29 Dec 2019
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The correct preposition to use with 'laughing' when referring to a person is 'at.' Saying 'laughing at him' indicates that the laughter is directed towards him, which fits the context of embarrassment.

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