TONGUE-IN-CHEEK

(adverb, adj.sat)

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There are 3 meanings of the phrase Tongue-In-Cheek.

How to pronounce tongue-in-cheek:

Example: "He spoke to her banteringly"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)

Example: "I meant it facetiously"

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Example: "A bantering tone"

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"His tongue-in-cheek comment about the food being gourmet made everyone laugh."

"The TV show is known for its tongue-in-cheek humor."

"She wrote a tongue-in-cheek article about the struggles of being a cat owner."

"The politician's tongue-in-cheek promise to solve all the country's problems was met with skepticism."

"His tongue-in-cheek remarks during the presentation lightened the mood in the room."