ragging on

phrase

present participle of rag on

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for ragging on
Phrase
  • According to the co-hosts, the best thing about awards shows is making fun of people in the room, so there will be plenty of jokes at the expense of Black and Stewart’s celebrity friends.
    — Ethan Shanfeld, Variety, 14 Sep. 2026
  • The late-night show then played a series of clips of Trump making fun of people based on their size and appearance.
    — Emily Zemler, Rolling Stone, 25 Aug. 2026
Phrase
  • The speech is a stark example of a broader tone shift by Carney, who in recent months appears to have become more comfortable poking fun at the US leader.
    — Lex Harvey, CNN Money, 23 Sep. 2026
  • After poking fun at the 37-year-old, Bedard gushed at the chance to take the ice with Kane.
    — Kalen Lumpkins, Chicago Tribune, 15 Sep. 2026
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“Ragging on.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ragging%20on. Accessed 4 Oct. 2026.

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