pull leg

Related
  • teaseMock playfully
  • jokeHumorous statement seeking laughter
  • prankPlayful trick on someone
  • kidChild or young goat
  • foolUnwise, gullible person

yank · tug · hoax · trick · gullible · deadpan · wind up · rib · jest · bluff · sarcasm · naive · sucker · banter · mischief · playful · gotcha · spoof

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Opposites
sincerity of communication

pull legbe honest

Speak without deception

tell the truth · level with · speak plainly · no joke

emotional intent toward listener

pull legreassure

Ease someone's doubts

set straight · put at ease · comfort · enlighten

emotional register

pull legmean business

Intend serious action

cut to the chase · get down to brass tacks

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