jest

Example Sentences

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They blur the line between personal and professional attire with a confidence that seems to jest at our conformity: Didn’t you sheeple know the rules are made up?

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 16, 2025

One padded woman looks out, grinning, enjoying the jest.

From Slate • Jul. 21, 2025

That commenter posted that in jest, but the underlying sentiment is accurate.

From Salon • May 18, 2025

At least Redick said some of his slander is in jest.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 27, 2025

“I’m jest as glad young W.T. chose to locate over here.”

From "Cold Sassy Tree" by Olive Ann Burns