Chuckle
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Quiet Laughter
Chuckle implies a sound quieter than full laughter, often heard in intimate or calm situations. She chuckled quietly while reading a funny text message.
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Feeling Pleased
A chuckle can convey the person is feeling content, but doesn't want to laugh loudly. After hearing the news, he chuckled to himself, pleased with the outcome.
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Subtle Humor
Use 'chuckle' when describing a reaction to mild or subtle humor, not slapstick comedy. The witty comment made her chuckle under her breath.