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teasing

Definition for teasing

adjective as in pestering

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“Jeffrey likes pillows too much. It’s getting a little busy in here,” he adds, teasing his partner.

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While there, he became a target for bullies and teasing due to his long hair and accent.

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The headstrong American starlet, cast as Belmondo’s noncommittal lover, is convinced that Godard is working toward a disaster and gets most of her enjoyment from teasing her prickly boss.

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The NBA’s all-time leading scorer also included a video clip teasing “The Second Decision,” a reference to 2010’s “The Decision,” in which James famously announced his intention to play for the Miami Heat.

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“We have a large family so when we’re together, it’s all about love and laughter and teasing each other.”

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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.

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