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Bantering Remark Crossword Clue
There are 2 exact and 108 possible answers.
We've checked our database and believe the answer is
JEST which was last seen in the New York Times crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
JEST
Updated: October 11, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood
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About This Clues Answer
We think the answer is "JEST" which means:
- noun
- • A humorous anecdote or remark intended to provoke laughter
- • Activity characterized by good humor verb
- • Tell a joke; speak humorously
- • Act in a funny or teasing way adverb
- • Only, simply, merely.
- • (sentence adverb) used to reduce the force of an imperative; simply.
- • Used to convey a less serious or formal tone
- • Used to show humility.
- • (degree) absolutely, positively
- • Moments ago, recently.
- • By a narrow margin; closely; nearly.
- • Exactly, precisely, perfectly.
An example sentence would be:
- • "He told a humorous jest that made everyone laugh."
- • "Her playful jests often brightened up the office atmosphere."
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| New York Times20 Sep 2020 | Across 23 | |
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