Rib and Tease

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Rib

Rib verb - To make fun of in a good-natured way.
Usage example: ribbed him a bit about fumbling such an easy play
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Tease is a synonym for rib. In some cases you can use "Tease" instead the word "Rib" as a verb or a noun.

Tease

Tease verb - To make fun of in a good-natured way.
Usage example: likes to tease her twin brother about his seemingly endless string of girlfriends
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Rib is a synonym for tease in aggravate topic. You can use "Rib" instead the word "Tease" as a verb or a noun, if it concerns topics such as take the mickey out of. informal substitute
Nearby Words: teasing, teased, teaser, teasel

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