raillery

Example Sentences

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The first Shakespearean phrase I underlined during this period was “skirmish of wit,” about the raillery between Beatrice and Benedick, which inspired a lifelong expectation that romance must include snark.

From Washington Post

French’s evocation of place, a rural way of life and overall creepiness are superb, as is the dialogue, a festival of Irish raillery and repartee.

From Washington Post

The roguery and raillery are in place, and he has a pleasing way with a song, but his instincts for clowning undermine his suavity.

From Los Angeles Times

Some of the raillery, while funny, feels like overkill.

From Los Angeles Times

The secret of his comedy was in his delivery, which was a blizzard of mockery, raillery and mayhem.

From Washington Post