TWIT Synonyms: 63 Similar and Opposite Words

twit

verb

Definition of twit

as in to rag

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On that night in March, to the surprise of nobody, Arsenal ran their mid-table Premier League hosts ragged, beating them 5-1, with Henry and Freddie Ljungberg scoring twice, and Kolo Toure netting the other.

— Dan Sheldon, New York Times, 11 Jan. 2026
In November, Green spoke to PEOPLE at the 2025 CMA Awards in Nashville, and shared a similar story about his friends ragging on him for being crowned Sexiest Country Star Alive.

— Rachel DeSantis, PEOPLE, 9 Jan. 2026

Definition of rag

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If there was any skepticism due to the level of competition Moss faced in college, don’t kid yourself.

— Bruce Feldman, New York Times, 25 June 2026
Just kidding, but seeing Angela’s team sweep Shamea’s at the Bailey Bowl basketball tournament was almost as satisfying as knowing Charles got to witness his former team’s historic win in person.

— Ile-Ife Okantah, Vulture, 22 June 2026

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While the flagship movie franchise is coming to an end, Diesel previously teased that NBCUniversal has four TV shows in development from the Fast & Furious world.

— Glenn Garner, Deadline, 4 July 2026
The featurette teases Zada as Haymitch, with scenes ranging from the literal sunrise on his Reaping Day to Capitol interviews to the Games itself.

— Mya Copeland, Variety, 4 July 2026

Definition of tease

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Prosecutors spent the start of George’s testimony quizzing him on the organizational structure of the sheriff’s office, as well as how internal affairs investigations play out.

— Lillie Davidson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 26 June 2026
This is a chance for subscribers to quiz Brighton correspondent Andy Naylor about this transfer window and the season ahead.

— Andy Naylor, New York Times, 23 June 2026

Definition of quiz

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Thanks to its sleeveless silhouette, the top feels lightweight and breathable on hot days, while ribbed knits and stretch cotton fabrics offer a comfortable, body-skimming fit without feeling restrictive.

— Nicol Natale, PEOPLE, 25 June 2026
But regardless of any gentle ribbing among friends, Griffin has never been shy about plastic surgery.

— Louis Peitzman, Entertainment Weekly, 24 June 2026

Definition of rib

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Steak 'n Shake announced its month-long Liberty Meal deal to celebrate America's 250th birthday — and used the occasion to taunt a competitor.

— Teresa Mull, FOXNews.com, 2 July 2026
In the Chicago area, officials said three men captured a victim and shot him multiple times in the head and allegedly taunted his mother.

— Luke Barr, ABC News, 1 July 2026

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