razz 1 of 2

as in snort
a vocal sound made to express scorn or disapproval notoriously difficult to please, opera buffs are as quick with a razz as with a rave

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razz

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verb

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Recent Examples of razz
Noun
Excellent razz, but the choice of words surfaced a deeper hurt. Chris Richards, Washington Post, 27 Jan. 2023 Delta 8 Gummies come in five yummy fruity flavors including watermelon, strawberry, lime, mango, and blue-razz. Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 15 Dec. 2022
Verb
Yes, the film is razzing the corporate frameworks around these beloved (or sometimes despised) enterprises. David Sims, The Atlantic, 23 July 2024 The actors spent time with their real-life counterparts Nyad and Stoll and how the longtime friends razz each other. Jenelle Riley, Variety, 22 Feb. 2024 See all Example Sentences for razz 
Recent Examples of Synonyms for razz
Noun
  • But back in the late 90s, people could crush the pills, turning a slow-release narcotic into a rapidly acting drug, a snort or injection leading to an intense high.
    Peter Ubel, Forbes, 13 Sep. 2024
  • And while it can be linked to a variety of health risks in those who are affected, snoring also takes a toll on bed partners who struggle to get some shuteye in the midst of a cacophony of snorts and rumbles.
    Carly Weeks, TIME, 7 Aug. 2024
Verb
  • Oz’s crippled leg and heavier build sets him apart from his siblings, and the two often tease him.
    Dani Di Placido, Forbes, 4 Nov. 2024
  • Grimes teased what viewers can expect from Yellowstone's final outing.
    David Faris, Newsweek, 4 Nov. 2024
Noun
  • Mazzoli piles unstable harmonies on top of that fractured foundation; trombone glissandos add a demonic sneer.
    Alex Ross, The New Yorker, 7 Oct. 2024
  • The outdoor effigy has been eliciting snickers, sneers — and the ire of politicians, who have called it a stunt.
    Frank Witsil, Detroit Free Press, 10 Oct. 2024
Verb
  • All kidding aside, people who are intentionally running ingredient households tend to prioritize fresh, whole foods and shop for meals, not snacks.
    Suzanne Hayes, Parents, 31 Oct. 2024
  • And Apple isn’t kidding about finding a quiet space to take this test.
    Ashley Capoot, CNBC, 21 Oct. 2024
Noun
  • Ben Daniels’s charming smirk has not convinced me, though.
    Roxana Hadadi, Vulture, 1 Oct. 2024
  • The smirk of a male who’s knows he’s protected by a misogynist sporting establishment enjoying the distress of a woman he’s just punched in the head, and whose life’s ambition he’s just shattered.
    Zack Sharf, Variety, 1 Aug. 2024
Verb
  • Meyers also joked about having gone to an election watch party.
    Bethy Squires, Vulture, 6 Nov. 2024
  • Kimmel shared footage of a Pennsylvania rally where Trump joked about reporters getting shot.
    Michael Schneider, Variety, 5 Nov. 2024
Noun
  • Andrew Greif Some boos can be heard inside Minnesota’s home stadium after Sam Darnold throws the sixth interception of his season, ending the Vikings’ first drive.
    Andrew Greif, NBC News, 4 Nov. 2024
  • When Josie arrived at the makeshift barracks, no one said boo to her let alone gave her the 10-cent tour.
    Matt Webb Mitovich, TVLine, 4 Nov. 2024
Noun
  • Her stock rotates weekly, but can include alligator bites from Sweden, smiling pumpkins from Germany and sour blue raspberries from Spain.
    Natalie Bennett, NBC News, 31 Oct. 2024
  • For dessert, a two-tier wedding cake with lemon flavor (McBee's favorite) and white chocolate raspberry was served.
    Ashlyn Robinette, People.com, 21 Oct. 2024

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“Razz.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/razz. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024.

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