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bait
noun
verb
Something used to lure fish or other animals into danger so they can be trapped or killed
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noun
Something used to lure fish or other animals into danger so they can be trapped or killed
noun
Anything that serves as an enticement
verb
Harass with persistent criticism or carping
“The children teased the new teacher”
verb
Attack with dogs or set dogs upon
verb
Lure, entice, or entrap with bait
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The children teased the new teacher
Don't ride me so hard over my failure
His fellow workers razzed him when he wore a jacket and tie
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