take a joke
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To be able to laugh at a joke that is about oneself.
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- The trouble is she can't take a joke.
- It's important to be able to take a joke in this profession.
- He's a good sport; he can always take a joke about himself.
- I hope you can take a joke, because we tease each other a lot here.
- Don't worry, I can take a joke, even if it's at my expense.
- Some people find it hard to take a joke when they are the target.
- She learned to take a joke after spending years with her witty siblings.
- If you can't take a joke, maybe you shouldn't dish them out.
- He tried to make her take the joke lightly, but she was offended.
- A truly confident person can always take a joke without getting upset.