kids 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

Example Sentences

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“It’s terrible for most kids around the country, because it inflates their expectations,” said Jon Reider, a former Stanford admissions officer who is now an independent college consultant.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 11, 2026

“Through Charmed, through Cole Turner. He raised many kids around the world he didn’t even know about.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 10, 2025

"Most kids around here have smartphones," said the 11-year-old.

From BBC • Jul. 8, 2025

It’s a simple sport played by kids around the world with a ball and makeshift goals.

From Slate • Aug. 1, 2024

We were grateful, always, to have the Biden kids around.

From "Becoming" by Michelle Obama