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kid around

VERB
tease
Synonyms
WEAK
annoy badger bait banter bother chaff disturb dog fool around give a hard time goad harass josh lead on mock needle nudge pester pick on rag razz rib ride ridicule roast taunt

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“Crypto is no longer the only cool kid around the block.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 1, 2026

While the added weight of hauling your kid around feels like a boat anchor dragging on your speed as skate skiers zip past you, the harness can also help improve your form.

From Seattle Times • Feb. 2, 2022

When it comes to condiments, Pocker, 45, doesn’t kid around.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 20, 2022

"Theo's been this kid around the building for years and years," Markley explained.

From Salon • Sep. 29, 2021

Since I was the only kid around, I figured he was talking about me.

From "The Boy in the Black Suit" by Jason Reynolds