as in teased
to make fun of in a good-natured way
ribbed him a bit about fumbling such an easy play
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Recent Examples of ribbed
This late-maturing Mexican heirloom tomato is as sweet and tasty as much as it is heavily ribbed.
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Nadia Hassani, The Spruce, 1 May 2026
With a smooth upper half and ribbed bottom portion, this innovative design makes function feel fun.
—Jenavieve Christensen, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 Apr. 2026
And the ribbed hem looks ultra-sleek.
—Nicol Natale, PEOPLE, 15 Apr. 2026
For a decadent splurge, try this Poetry cashmere ribbed top instead in ivory.
—Amanda Eyre Ward, Travel + Leisure, 13 Apr. 2026
Toffoli isn’t the only one who gets ribbed for his age.
—Dan Robson, New York Times, 25 Mar. 2026
The three-zone mattress is all about lumbar and hip support with ribbed cushioning.
—Nashia Baker, Architectural Digest, 19 Mar. 2026
Its high-neck design and ribbed hem and cuffs combine classic Irish texture and elegance that also keeps you toasty while walking from pub to pub.
—Gretta Monahan, Boston Herald, 5 Mar. 2026
The wide smooth back and ribbed band under the bust support without restriction.
—Tory Johnson, ABC News, 28 Feb. 2026
Nadia Hassani, The Spruce, 1 May 2026
With a smooth upper half and ribbed bottom portion, this innovative design makes function feel fun.
—Jenavieve Christensen, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 Apr. 2026
And the ribbed hem looks ultra-sleek.
—Nicol Natale, PEOPLE, 15 Apr. 2026
For a decadent splurge, try this Poetry cashmere ribbed top instead in ivory.
—Amanda Eyre Ward, Travel + Leisure, 13 Apr. 2026
Toffoli isn’t the only one who gets ribbed for his age.
—Dan Robson, New York Times, 25 Mar. 2026
The three-zone mattress is all about lumbar and hip support with ribbed cushioning.
—Nashia Baker, Architectural Digest, 19 Mar. 2026
Its high-neck design and ribbed hem and cuffs combine classic Irish texture and elegance that also keeps you toasty while walking from pub to pub.
—Gretta Monahan, Boston Herald, 5 Mar. 2026
The wide smooth back and ribbed band under the bust support without restriction.
—Tory Johnson, ABC News, 28 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for ribbed
Verb
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On Sunday, the 3M Open’s social media accounts teased a big announcement coming Monday morning.—
Jace Frederick,
Twin Cities,
4 May 2026
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As a new filmmaker offering a new take on Leatherface more than 50 years after the original Texas Chainsaw Massacre, Curry Barker recently teased his plans for the reboot.—
Glenn Garner,
Deadline,
2 May 2026
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When Curt Cignetti was hired just more than two years ago, it was considered a smart move by the athletic department, but no one kidded themselves that Indiana was some sort of raucous fan sleeper cell just waiting to be activated.—
Will Leitch,
New York Times,
13 Jan. 2026
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Tuccillo joked that there were also cultural barriers between the two countries, and what may be a joke to a Brit may make an American call HR.—
Arushi Jacob,
Variety,
8 May 2026
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Former President Barack Obama joked with Stephen Colbert about the talk show host running for president.—
Terry Collins,
USA Today,
6 May 2026
Cite this Entry
“Ribbed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ribbed. Accessed 10 May. 2026.
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