taunt
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When San Antonio’s big man Victor Wembanyama pointed to his temple after goading a Knick into a cheap foul, the taunt was clear: I’m in your head, buddy.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026
The residents cheer and taunt and follow from a safe distance.
From Slate • Feb. 11, 2026
One thing's for sure: "You Can't See Me" might be the taunt Cena gives Gunther, but the last fight will be seen and remembered by many.
From BBC • Dec. 12, 2025
Guadagnino makes Hank look so shady that it feels like a taunt: We’re dumb if we trust Hank and doubly dumb if he’s innocent.
From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 9, 2025
The ticking of the clock seemed to taunt her, as if it was marking out the time she had left.
From "Breadcrumbs" by Anne Ursu
Vocabulary lists containing taunt
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