Wheezing laughter like an ___ in an old tire and deep blushing Crossword Clue

 The answer to the crossword clue "Wheezing laughter like an ___ in an old tire and deep blushing" is AIR LEAK. This is a 5-letter word that describes the sound of air escaping from a tire.

The clue is a bit of a pun, as the sound of air escaping from a tire can also be used to describe the sound of someone laughing. In this case, the clue is suggesting that Dana's laughter was so loud and uncontrolled that it sounded like an air leak.

The blushing is also a sign of Dana's embarrassment and attraction to Ava. She is clearly flustered by Ava's compliment and is trying to hide her feelings.

I hope this helps!