Example Sentences

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The jury takes part in the spectacle, happily joshing with the defense lawyers.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 23, 2026

Part of the appeal of the show is the humor, both Rowe’s self-depreciating style and that which naturally emerges from the workers, whether they’re gently mocking Rowe or good-naturedly joshing with each other.

From Seattle Times • Dec. 12, 2022

Comedian Rick Ingraham had the tough task of opening the show, joshing some of the front row with some crowd work while the seats filled up, house lights still on.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 31, 2022

“I’m not going to infect you,” he said in the same joshing tone.

From New York Times • Jun. 1, 2020

Either the quote was spurious or misremembered, or Bobby was joshing the reporter who recorded it, because the truth is that he had the fillings removed for what he believed was a legitimate health reason.

From "Endgame" by Frank Brady