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Vocabulary Entry
teased
|verb • verb • noun
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V
verb
To make fun of or provoke someone in a playful or mocking way.
Example Sentences
"She teased him about his new haircut."
"The children teased each other during recess."
"He always teased her for being so serious."
V
verb
To tempt or provoke desire or interest.
Example Sentences
"The advertisement teased customers with a glimpse of the new product."
"The trailer teased viewers with intriguing snippets from the movie."
"She teased the audience with hints about her upcoming book."
N
noun
The act of making fun of or provoking someone playfully.
Example Sentences
"His teasing was all in good fun."
"She took his teasing too seriously."
"Teasing can sometimes lead to hurt feelings."