joke
noun
something said or done to provoke laughter or cause amusement, as a witticism, a short and amusing anecdote, or a prankish act.
is joking
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present progressiveof joke (3rd person singular).present progressive
Used to describe an ongoing action or state that is currently taking place in the immediate present.
Example Sentences
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The next morning, everyone is joking and chatting as they submit their final choices to Yoo by text.
From BBC ● Jul. 10, 2026
Tannehill says everyone else is joking except for those suddenly in a panic.
From Seattle Times ● Aug. 15, 2023
“When he is joking or is happy, I almost feel like the intonation changes,” she said.
From New York Times ● Jul. 14, 2023
“I love that he is joking in texts,” Dreyer added.
From Los Angeles Times ● Dec. 9, 2022
I say, but I can tell Mr. S is joking.
From "Isaiah Dunn Is My Hero" by Kelly J. Baptist
