poke fun at

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Synonyms of poke fun atnext
: ridicule, mock

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The show features Lovett and a panel of guests from the worlds of politics, comedy, journalism and business discussing and poking fun at the news of the week. — Alex Weprin, HollywoodReporter, 3 Sep. 2026 While many users turn to this TikTok format as a lighthearted way to poke fun at themselves and their friends, a popular subsection of it tells darker stories. — Stephanie Kasulka, Parents, 1 Sep. 2026 In a way to perhaps poke fun at the unfounded rumors, Lil Yachty posted a photo of what appeared to be a behind-the-scene shot of Ice Spice wearing her fake baby bump. — Larisha Paul, Rolling Stone, 28 Aug. 2026 People are also poking fun at the fact that Kaydee is banded, which looks like the eagle version of an ankle monitor. — Amanda Lee Myers, USA Today, 25 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for poke fun at

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