Example Sentences

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Lilly has teased the launch of the pill for months.

From Barron's • Apr. 9, 2026

“Hims & Hers has teased the bear, which we believe could lead to increased scrutiny of the company’s entire GLP-1 compounding business, not just the tablet.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 9, 2026

George Clooney has teased that he would be open to the idea of appearing on “The Pitt.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 8, 2026

Apple has been branded an AI laggard, and indeed the company has struggled to roll out the AI features it has teased.

From MarketWatch • Nov. 18, 2025

My gaze goes to Madoc, but he is on the steps, speaking in low tones to one of his commanders, a troll who has eaten at our table, has teased Oak and made him laugh.

From "The Cruel Prince" by Holly Black