tease
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
See Examples For:
Instead, the psychological tease convinces the player that a win is imminent, spurring them to pay for another try.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 20, 2026
Analysts use statistical techniques like linear regression to help tease this out.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 17, 2026
The bonus footage shown after the full credits of “Spider-Man: Brand New Day” roll is more of a tease than a proper scene.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 31, 2026
"I still tease him, he used to kick lumps out of me in training at the 2006 World Cup. It's not true, he tells me. But I remember," said Messi.
From BBC ● Jul. 15, 2026
Like a playful uncle, he was always ready to tease.
From "The Detective's Assistant" by Kate Hannigan
Her son, Jack, 34, whom she shares with ex-husband Dennis Quaid, often teases his mom about her home renovation process and has even branded her work “Meg-anized.”
From MarketWatch ● Jun. 23, 2026
Howeth teases, will relate to some of the L.A. attraction’s character groups and themes, as well as its overall story.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 20, 2026
He also teases the introduction of new characters.
From BBC ● Apr. 11, 2026
On the way out, after one fellow diner tells Domingo he’s a fan, the actor teases another who tries to play it cool after spotting the star.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Mar. 10, 2026
“The Spice Girls are getting back together?” he teases.
From "A Place at the Table" by Saadia Faruqi and Laura Shovan
Artificial-intelligence giant Anthropic could raise even more in its expected offering, which is being teased to investors now alongside a bevy of smaller listings.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 25, 2026
What we do know is “it’s going to be a huge book,” Martin teased in 2020.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 5, 2026
Jeff Kent sported a mustache throughout his career even though some folks teased him.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 26, 2026
The incoming prime minister's team has already teased some of the measures Burnham is expected to take in his first months in charge.
From BBC ● Jul. 19, 2026
He popped open a hatch on the sphere, teased out two wires, and connected them to his crossbar.
From "The House of Hades" by Rick Riordan
For the last several days, the company has been teasing a “Cybercab launch event” in its hometown of Austin, Texas.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 21, 2026
The Spidey Tracker info from the “Brand New Day” post-credits scene could be teasing that’s where Spider-Man will eventually land.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 31, 2026
At some point, I complained to my mom about the teasing.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 14, 2026
They have hit the ground running, with Kylian Mbappe in impeccable form and Michael Olise at his teasing best.
From BBC ● Jun. 28, 2026
There was a teasing twinkle in Miss Mortimer’s eye, but she was intent on securing Penelope’s sworn promise.
From "The Hidden Gallery" by Maryrose Wood
Vocabulary lists containing tease
myPerspectives 9.1
Looking to grow your vocabulary? Check out this interactive, curated word list from our team of English language specialists at Vocabulary.com – one of over 17,000 lists we've built to help learners worldwide!
"My Superpowers"
Interested in learning more words like this one? Our team at Vocabulary.com has got you covered! You can review flashcards, quiz yourself, practice spelling, and more – and it's all completely free to use!
"Ode on a Grecian Urn" by John Keats
Want to remember this word for good? Start your learning journey today with our library of interactive, themed word lists built by the experts at Vocabulary.com – we'll help you make the most of your study time!
