say teasingly
Frequency: 6.82.1 per million words
To state something in a playful or mocking manner.
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- "You're always late," she said teasingly.
- He would often say teasingly that I was his favorite student.
- "Careful, you might actually win this time," he said teasingly.
- She couldn't help but say teasingly, "Look who finally decided to show up!"
- When he saw her new haircut, he said teasingly, "Did you do that yourself?"
- "Don't tell me you're scared," I said teasingly, trying to lighten the mood.
- They often say teasingly that I have a sweet tooth.
- After winning the game, she said teasingly to her opponent, "Better luck next time!"
- He's known to say things teasingly, so don't take him too seriously.
- If you say that teasingly to him, he might just get motivated.