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I didn’t mean it: I was just teasing. | 2. Why do you tease her every time you see her? | 3. John’s always teasing me about my accent.

Don’t tease the dog by showing her the treat if you’re not going to give it to her. | 2. He teased the dog and it bit him.

Johnny, don't be such a tease - leave your sister alone! | 2. This tease is not worthy of your attention.

The other kids teased her about her hair.