razz
verb (used with object)
to deride; make fun of; tease.
had been razzing
-
past perfect progressiveof razz.past perfect progressive
Used to describe an action that was ongoing continuously in the past up until another past event interrupted it.
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
Already, Marisnick said, Barnes had been razzing him about the situation, lightening the mood.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 15, 2023
