yakking

Example Sentences

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Determined to prove to America that it wasn’t past his bedtime, the president lingered in the Capitol, yukking it up with members and dignitaries until after the lights in the House chamber were turned off.

From Slate • Mar. 9, 2024

Open semifinal, just as he did throughout this magical run at Flushing Meadows, smiling and thriving, yukking it up with the fans, with his opponent, even with his opponent’s coach.

From Seattle Times • Sep. 9, 2022

The kooky "Big Shot," essentially an "America's Most Wanted" for the future's cowboys, is a fun, weirdo bauble in this universe that collapses entirely when two actors are yukking their way through the dialogue.

From Salon • Nov. 20, 2021

You’ll see more shots of Alex Smith, Trent Williams and other Redskins starters yukking it up on the sidelines more than you’ll see them playing on the field.

From Washington Times • Aug. 7, 2018

On the screen, W C. Fields and Baby LeRoy were yukking it up.

From Full of Beans by Jennifer L. Holm