poke
verb (used with object)
to prod or push, especially with something narrow or pointed, such as a finger, elbow, stick, etc..
has poked
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present perfectof poke (3rd person singular).present perfect
Used to describe actions that started in the past and continue into or have direct relevance to the present.
Example Sentences
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Obama himself has poked fun at the Star Wars comparisons, appearing in a video with actor Mark Hamill, who played Luke Skywalker, with the museum towering over them.
From Barron's ● Jun. 4, 2026
Lately, Pomerantz has poked holes in AI’s efficiency, rather than targeting its impact on jobs.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Mar. 27, 2026
England captain Jamie George's assessment that Marler has "poked the bear" seems accurate.
From BBC ● Nov. 1, 2024
For nearly 50 years, the San Francisco Bay Area native has poked holes into narratives that did not add up, namely those of law enforcement accused of using excessive force.
From Seattle Times ● Sep. 29, 2022
Miss Genovese has poked her head into the retiring room to monitor my progress.
From "The Brightwood Code" by Monica Hesse
