Definitions
There are 3 meanings of the phrase
Tongue-In-Cheek.
How to pronounce tongue-in-cheek:
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Tongue-In-Cheek - as an adverb
In a bantering fashion
Example: "He spoke to her banteringly"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
banteringly17Tongue-In-Cheek - as an adjective satellite
Cleverly amusing in tone
Example: "A bantering tone"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
bantering12facetious14Example Sentences
"His tongue-in-cheek comment about the food being gourmet made everyone laugh."
"The TV show is known for its tongue-in-cheek humor."
"She wrote a tongue-in-cheek article about the struggles of being a cat owner."
"The politician's tongue-in-cheek promise to solve all the country's problems was met with skepticism."
"His tongue-in-cheek remarks during the presentation lightened the mood in the room."
