tantalize
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(verb) annoy constantly |
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Synonyms: bedevil, crucify, dun, frustrate, rag, torment |
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Related Words: annoy, badger, beleaguer, bother, bug, devil, get at, get to, gravel, hamstring, harass, irritate, madden, nark, nettle, oppress, persecute, pester, rag, rile, tease, vex |
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(verb) harass with persistent criticism or carping; "The children teased the new teacher"; "Don't ride me so hard over my failure" |
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Synonyms: bait, cod, rag, rally, ride, taunt, tease, twit |
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Related Words: banter, barrack, bemock, chaff, flout, gibe, jeer, jolly, kid, mock, scoff |
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