make fun of
Example Sentences
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A good rule of thumb is that you can make fun of attitudes, behaviors and yes, pants, but not core attributes or misfortunes a person can’t help.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 30, 2026
Wallace’s teammates — who clearly are enamored with his energy as a two-way player — like to playfully make fun of him, on the rare occasion he messes up.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 25, 2026
My interest in watching any film solely to make fun of it is slight.
From Salon ● Apr. 5, 2026
"People like to make fun of things they don't know."
From BBC ● Apr. 3, 2026
This is one of those times I wish he would make fun of how dumb I sound or something.
From "Odd One Out" by Nic Stone
