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
These slip-on sneakers get a leg up (pun intended) for their ribbed, chunky lug soles.
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Jamie Allison Sanders, PEOPLE, 21 May 2026
This late-maturing Mexican heirloom tomato is as sweet and tasty as much as it is heavily ribbed.
—Nadia Hassani, The Spruce, 1 May 2026
Perfect for a summer table, this ribbed beauty offers an elevated option when desiring a traditional goblet style.
—Jenavieve Christensen, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 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
Jamie Allison Sanders, PEOPLE, 21 May 2026
This late-maturing Mexican heirloom tomato is as sweet and tasty as much as it is heavily ribbed.
—Nadia Hassani, The Spruce, 1 May 2026
Perfect for a summer table, this ribbed beauty offers an elevated option when desiring a traditional goblet style.
—Jenavieve Christensen, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 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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Despite the cancellations, the group has teased that new artist names are set to be released in the near future.—
Fernando Cervantes Jr,
USA Today,
1 June 2026
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In a new interview with People, Cipriano teased what viewers can expect of the Logan and Grace storyline.—
Natalie Oganesyan,
Deadline,
31 May 2026
Verb
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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
Verb
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For real this time Craig Stammen has joked about managing games at Nationals Park before.—
Kevin Acee,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
29 May 2026
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Others joked about returning to the Catholic Church after a lifetime of agnosticism and atheism.—
Dani Di Placido,
Forbes.com,
26 May 2026
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“Ribbed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ribbed. Accessed 4 Jun. 2026.
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