as in joke
good-natured teasing or exchanging of clever remarks
members of the Algonquin Round Table were known for their brilliant and witty banter
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as in to joke
to make jokes
the teacher bantered pleasantly, albeit a bit awkwardly, with the students at the school dance
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Recent Examples of banter
Sasha Hupka, The Arizona Republic, 4 Nov. 2024
McGregor is still the biggest name in MMA, and his banter is still second to none.
—Brian Mazique, Forbes, 1 Nov. 2024
Jason P. Frank, Vulture, 19 July 2024
In performance Gravy likes bantering with the crowd.
—Eric Fuller, Forbes, 7 Oct. 2024
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Noun
Here's some battleground state banter When big-name politicians are holding rallies on Halloween, attendees are guaranteed to dress up for the occasion.
—Sasha Hupka, The Arizona Republic, 4 Nov. 2024
McGregor is still the biggest name in MMA, and his banter is still second to none.
—Brian Mazique, Forbes, 1 Nov. 2024
Verb
She’s stilted and awkward and doesn’t really banter.
—Jason P. Frank, Vulture, 19 July 2024
In performance Gravy likes bantering with the crowd.
—Eric Fuller, Forbes, 7 Oct. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for banter
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While recalling the series of events leading up to the reveal, Brynn claimed that Erin had looped her in on the joke.Esther Kang, People.com, 20 Nov. 2024
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But for my money–and that’s a joke–the best show on the radio might be Marketplace.Outside Online, Outside Online, 13 Nov. 2024
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Will the gift elicit a momentary laugh and then end up in the trash or being donated to a thrift store?Letters To The Editor, The Mercury News, 15 Nov. 2024
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The light-hearted gesture brought plenty of laughs, highlighting how humor can boost morale in an office setting.Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 5 Nov. 2024
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In The Kitchen, Wesker tracked the decorum from friendly badinage to hostile vernacular that co-workers sustain just to get through the day.Armond White, National Review, 30 Oct. 2024
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While Hawley hasn’t left behind any of his signature philosophical dialogue or memorable badinage, Season 5 is also the most reliant on the camera to make its points.Jim Hemphill, IndieWire, 13 Aug. 2024
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Charton is disarming and funny, and the two are clearly enamored with each other, falling into natural repartee about their kids and each other.Rachel Handler, Vulture, 22 Oct. 2024
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Crockett has amassed growing recognition by introducing the art of the masterful clapback to a Democratic Party that hasn’t always been known for its quick repartee.Emma Specter, Vogue, 7 Oct. 2024
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Blend humor, vulnerability and appreciation to create a unified, inclusive environment.Expert Panel®, Forbes, 21 Nov. 2024
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Detroit rep favorite Antoine McKay, always dependable and able to mine great humor from even the most serious moments, brings warmth and belly laughs to the part of salesman Russell.Duante Beddingfield, Detroit Free Press, 20 Nov. 2024
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But, as much as some chatter wants this to be the next Barbeheimer, that doesn’t seem to be in the cards.Nancy Tartaglione, Deadline, 19 Nov. 2024
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Despite internet chatter that Friday night's outcome was predetermined, the match was officially sanctioned by Texas regulators.Rob Wile, NBC News, 16 Nov. 2024
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With time, their caustic raillery transforms into sincere attachment.Charlie Tyson, The Atlantic, 13 May 2021
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French’s evocation of place, a rural way of life and overall creepiness are superb, as is the dialogue, a festival of Irish raillery and repartee.Washington Post, Washington Post, 14 Oct. 2020
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The riffs and ribbing were still there, as were the parables about fame and celebrity as corruptive, murder-inspiring forces.Roxana Hadadi, Vulture, 31 Oct. 2024
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The wide hem is made with gorgeous ribbing that completes the look, and the sweater is even double discounted to just $37 for a limited time.Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 8 Oct. 2024
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“Banter.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/banter. Accessed 1 Dec. 2024.
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