haha'd

Updated: August 22, 2026

Here, in the history of Duelling, or challenging to mortal combat, is a unique article! At which the whole world haha'd again; perhaps King Friedrich himself; though he was dreadfully provoked at it, too: "No mending of that fellow!" and took a resolution in consequence, as will be seen. Five decidedly melodious weeks.

Thomas Carlyle - History of Friedrich II of Prussia — Volume 16

He says seraphically, in a Letter to a friend, which the Prussian hussars got hold of, 'The idea of it was inspired by the Holy Ghost: at which the whole world haha'd again.

Thomas Carlyle - History of Friedrich II of Prussia — Volume 18