joke
noun
something said or done to provoke laughter or cause amusement, as a witticism, a short and amusing anecdote, or a prankish act.
joked
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past participleof joke.past participle
A verb form used in perfect and passive verb constructions and that can also function as a modifier.
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past tense formof joke.past tense
Used to describe completed actions or previous habitual actions.
jokenounsomething said or done to provoke laughter or cause amusement, as a witticism, a short and amusing anecdote, or a prankish act.
Example Sentences
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“You could end up bombing Paraguay,” Rubio joked.
From Salon ● Aug. 15, 2026
"We did it in the front garden the day before, and we had perfect weather, so it works," joked Jamie.
From BBC ● Aug. 13, 2026
"I pledge to build at least one affordable house," Binface joked in his Clacton manifesto.
From Barron's ● Aug. 12, 2026
“It’s easy for me to stay in this nice, air-conditioned room, know what I mean?” he joked.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 8, 2026
“Let’s be sure to leave my mother here,” she joked.
From Full of Beans by Jennifer L. Holm
