tease
verb (used with object)
to irritate or provoke with persistent petty distractions, trifling jests, or other annoyances, often in a playful way.
have teased
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present perfectof tease.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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Their run was short and sweet, but the pair have teased a potential return at some point in the year.
From BBC ● Jun. 15, 2025
Lawmakers on the panel have teased future hearings before the committee releases its final report, expected in the fall.
From Washington Times ● Jun. 30, 2022
Emboldened, technologists from well-funded research labs focused on building AI that surpasses human intelligence have teased the idea that consciousness is around the corner.
From Washington Post ● Jun. 11, 2022
Despite that, the Duffer Brothers have teased a possible sequel or spinoff series outside of the show's original story and cast.
From Salon ● May 19, 2022
In the old days, Pinch would have teased her and made her feel bad because her bird preferred him.
From "The Birchbark House" by Louise Erdrich
