tongue-in-cheek
Example Sentences
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It’s worth adding that this exercise isn’t merely tongue in cheek, but it also relies on judgment — OK, guessing — as much as science.
From MarketWatch • Feb. 3, 2026
Calling herself demure and cutesy — words not often ascribed to women who are fat or trans — is her being a touch tongue in cheek.
From Salon • Aug. 25, 2024
“I want to tell you something about Ron Howard,” said Hurwitz, tongue in cheek.
From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 7, 2024
It’s tongue in cheek, but as part of the ruse, CeraVe is also responding to the speculation that Cera helped create CeraVe, keeping the virality of the campaign going without misleading consumers too far.
From Seattle Times • Feb. 7, 2024
Nick plays it tongue in cheek, smiling self-consciously.
From "Leah on the Offbeat" by Becky Albertalli
