joking

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He often appeared relaxed during the gubernatorial debates, at points even complimenting or joking with his rivals as they parried on stage.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

After calling the vest-adorned dog on stage and joking that she would bite Clark, he bellowed, “Is she lying, too?”

From Salon • Jun. 8, 2026

Earlier this year, the “Cruel Intentions” star opened up about her home life with Prinze, joking that one of the key amenities that has helped their marriage to survive is having separate bathrooms.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 4, 2026

It was only when they'd finished eating and drinking, laughing and joking, that they came filing back on to the coach.

From BBC • May 27, 2026

She pauses, her eyes scrunched up as if she can’t figure out whether I’m joking or not.

From "A Place at the Table" by Saadia Faruqi and Laura Shovan