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
The sale also includes throw blankets for draping over couches, accent chairs, and beds, including woven, plaid, and ribbed styles.
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Rachel Trujillo, PEOPLE, 5 Oct. 2025
The whole camera is clad in a sturdy rubber, and the front is ribbed and has the GoPro logo in the company's iconic shade of blue.
—Craig Wilson, PC Magazine, 23 Sep. 2025
The pullover-style top is made from the same stretchy and breathable material and features ribbed cuffs to balance out the oversized fit.
—Rachel Trujillo, Travel + Leisure, 20 Sep. 2025
The singer was spotted in a variety of devastatingly cool outfits, like a red long-sleeve top and low-slung black pants, and a belted, ribbed, burgundy catsuit.
—Marci Robin, Allure, 18 Sep. 2025
It’s ribbed for an extra cozy touch and has a flattering empire waist that will pair nicely with fall-friendly boots—either ankle or knee length.
—Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 Aug. 2025
The striped sweater has ribbed cuffs with decorative buttons, while the corresponding midi skirt is designed with a stretchy waist and back slit.
—Emily Weaver, People.com, 13 Aug. 2025
Seyfried kept the comfort-first theme going through her outfit, opting for a blush pink ribbed button-up top and matching hot pants.
—Kelsey Stewart, Footwear News, 3 Sep. 2019
Rachel Trujillo, PEOPLE, 5 Oct. 2025
The whole camera is clad in a sturdy rubber, and the front is ribbed and has the GoPro logo in the company's iconic shade of blue.
—Craig Wilson, PC Magazine, 23 Sep. 2025
The pullover-style top is made from the same stretchy and breathable material and features ribbed cuffs to balance out the oversized fit.
—Rachel Trujillo, Travel + Leisure, 20 Sep. 2025
The singer was spotted in a variety of devastatingly cool outfits, like a red long-sleeve top and low-slung black pants, and a belted, ribbed, burgundy catsuit.
—Marci Robin, Allure, 18 Sep. 2025
It’s ribbed for an extra cozy touch and has a flattering empire waist that will pair nicely with fall-friendly boots—either ankle or knee length.
—Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 Aug. 2025
The striped sweater has ribbed cuffs with decorative buttons, while the corresponding midi skirt is designed with a stretchy waist and back slit.
—Emily Weaver, People.com, 13 Aug. 2025
Seyfried kept the comfort-first theme going through her outfit, opting for a blush pink ribbed button-up top and matching hot pants.
—Kelsey Stewart, Footwear News, 3 Sep. 2019
Recent Examples of Synonyms for ribbed
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The restaurant teased its plans to expand to uptown late last year, CharlotteFive reported.—
Tanasia Kenney,
Charlotte Observer,
9 Oct. 2025
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In return, Cate and Jordan teased the possibility that the body Cipher’s been keeping might actually be Thomas Godolkin (Ethan Slater).—
Abbey White,
HollywoodReporter,
9 Oct. 2025
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Uribe could undertake a multi-inning assignment on Saturday; catcher William Contreras joked that Uribe would be willing to start if asked.—
Andy McCullough,
New York Times,
10 Oct. 2025
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Marian, a senior executive at a private research university, joked that just locking eyes with her boss was enough to get a new assignment.—
Shanna Hocking,
Harvard Business Review,
9 Oct. 2025
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“Ribbed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ribbed. Accessed 15 Oct. 2025.
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