tickle

verb

Definition of ticklenext
1
as in to itch

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2
as in to excite

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Recent Examples of tickle The more kids tickle him, the more Elmo giggles, causing a hilarious and contagious giggle effect for everyone in the room. — Angela Andaloro, PEOPLE, 24 June 2026 Sometimes there was laughter from girls who were pinching or tickling each other. — Annie Ernaux, New Yorker, 1 June 2026 There are also a few other flavors that might tickle your fancy. — Joe Kinsey Outkick, FOXNews.com, 30 May 2026 As mentioned, Kate is a gifted musician herself and has tickled the ivories at several public appearances, including her annual Christmas carol service. — Tessa Petak, InStyle, 23 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for tickle
Recent Examples of Synonyms for tickle
  1. itch
  2. excite
  3. tingle
  4. amuse
  5. sting
  6. titillate
  7. bore
  8. satiate
Verb
  • Clever and ambitious, Debicki’s snob is itching for an excuse to leave this hamlet for the city.
    — Amy Nicholson, Los Angeles Times, 22 Oct. 2026
  • With just a week left for the 2026 Ballon d'Or award ceremony, top contenders Lamine Yamal (FCB), Rodri (FCB), and Ousmane Dembélé (PSG) will be itching to deliver statement performances and stake their claim.
    — Jibin Joseph, PC Magazine, 20 Oct. 2026
Definition of itch
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  • Tonight’s Venus cazimi could clarify which connections or future plans still genuinely excite you.
    — Tarot.com, New York Daily News, 23 Oct. 2026
  • The neighborhood Saúl Canal, the hotel’s general manager, has arrived at Serras Sevilla excited not only to manage the property but also to introduce the city to his guests.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Oct. 2026
Definition of excite
Verb
  • Known as oral allergy syndrome, this cross-reaction can cause symptoms such as itching or tingling in the mouth.
    — Lauren Finney Harden, AJC.com, 20 Oct. 2026
  • Applegate has previously described living with symptoms including numbness, an off-balance feeling, and a tingling sensation in the limbs.
    — Kerry Breen, CBS News, 20 Oct. 2026
Definition of tingle
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  • Iowa’s roughly 900,000 cyclists, many of whom have participated in an annual cycling tour that’s made the state synonymous with biking, weren’t amused.
    — Washington Post, Washington Post, 24 Oct. 2026
  • Commenters seem amused by the apparent gaffe and have chosen to convey their feelings through a plethora of puns, jokes and memes.
    — Chuck Schilken, Los Angeles Times, 23 Oct. 2026
Definition of amuse
Verb
  • Continue reading … CROSSING THE AISLE — Manchin delivers stinging rebuke to Schumer with surprise Senate campaign stop.
    — , FOXNews.com, 20 Oct. 2026
  • All of a sudden, Bass was a staggering champion lunging at a revived Raman, who swung and stung and ducked the way only a hungry up-and-comer can.
    — Lorraine Ali, Los Angeles Times, 14 Oct. 2026
Definition of sting
Verb
  • Monster romances embrace the transgression by offering up the most extreme scenarios possible to titillate and (on occasion) challenge prevailing mores.
    — Janelle Okwodu, Vogue, 26 Oct. 2026
  • Grace is delighted and titillated by Todd’s speculation, and in the middle of a G7 Summit preparation meeting with Billie and Gannon, quietly asks Hal if Kate is pregnant.
    — Sophie Brookover, Vulture, 16 Oct. 2026
Definition of titillate
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  • Even after all our years together, life with Alan was never boring.
    — Denise Petski, Deadline, 26 Oct. 2026
  • For a chic but not boring animal print outfit, use only those two colors as part of your look.
    — Bianca Kratky, Glamour, 21 Oct. 2026
Definition of bore
Verb
  • Puka Nacua left Philadelphia last week satisfied with a victory and satiated with sandwiches.
    — Gary Klein, Los Angeles Times, 12 Oct. 2026
  • Supplies will eventually catch up, and demand will become more satiated.
    — Zev Fima,Kevin Stankiewicz, CNBC, 27 Sep. 2026
Definition of satiate

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“Tickle.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tickle. Accessed 28 Oct. 2026.

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