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Taunt vs. Taut

Taunt and taut may easily be confused. The words are similar in spelling and pronunciation, though the resemblance does not extent to their syntax or meanings. Taut is an adjective that is most often used to refer to something that is pulled tight, like "a taut rope," or is bulging or filled to capacity, like "taut muscles." Taunt is a noun and a verb that refers to teasing or making fun of a person. That the two words sound similar creates confusion, and taunt, being the more common word, is sometimes substituted for taut. You can remember the difference between the two by remembering that tight and taut both lack the n of taunt.

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Verb The boys continually taunted each other.

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Ukrainian officials continued to taunt Russia over the incident Thursday, suggesting more could follow.

James Marson, WSJ, 11 Aug. 2022 After the eighth inning, Cabrera pointed at the scoreboard and signaled to the crowd to quiet their negative reaction, and while most fans listened to the Tigers great, some continued to taunt Boone and the Yankees.

Evan Petzold, USA TODAY, 22 Apr. 2022 After the eighth inning, Cabrera pointed at the scoreboard and signaled to the crowd to quiet their negative reaction, and while most fans listened to the Tigers great, some continued to taunt Boone and the Yankees.

Evan Petzold, Detroit Free Press, 21 Apr. 2022 Miller, who has not yet responded publicly or in court to the allegations, deleted their Instagram account earlier this week, but not before reportedly posting a series of memes that seemed to taunt authorities.

Christian Holub, EW.com, 16 June 2022 The Estonian sophomore is the cocky and feisty sort who can drive opponents crazy, taunt their fans and question game officials.

Tim Bielik, cleveland, 24 Mar. 2022 George and Martha proceed to taunt and prod each other in front of the unwitting young people.

Jessica Geltstaff Writer, Los Angeles Times, 21 Apr. 2022 In one scene, Anna asks Matthias if he’s ever been called by the derogatory name that children have been using to taunt and hurt her.

Washington Post, 26 Mar. 2022

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In both cases, the apparent intention was to refer to someone who appears to be out of control/not able to control their actions, employing it as colloquial slang that has long been used as a playground taunt.

Gil Kaufman, Billboard, 4 Aug. 2022 With each needling tweet and public taunt, Mr. Musk has eroded trust in the social media company, walloped employee morale, spooked potential advertisers, emphasized its financial difficulties and spread misinformation about how Twitter operates.

New York Times, 11 July 2022 The taunt comparing Crenshaw to the late Senator John McCain originated from Fox News host Tucker Carlson.

Shannon Larson, BostonGlobe.com, 20 June 2022 Pritchard then put one hand near the floor, a common N.B.A. taunt to signify that a defender is too small to guard the taunter.

New York Times, 4 June 2022 The Facebook image with the anti-Biden taunt has been altered.

Nayeli Lomeli, USA TODAY, 6 Nov. 2016 That private fear becomes a public taunt in Amsterdam, when the rapper is greeted by a horde of people in blackface.

Nicole Acheampong, The Atlantic, 26 Mar. 2022 The Kremlin and its press organs airbrushed the taunt out of the official transcripts.

The New Yorker, 13 Mar. 2022 On the beach, two alpha males tussled, one using his chest and large, trunklike nose (hence the name elephant seal) to push away a rival, while adding a final rumbling growl to intimidate — or maybe just taunt — the loser.

Washington Post, 3 Feb. 2022 See More

单词	taunts
释义	taunt 1 of 2 verb ˈtȯnt ˈtänt taunted; taunting; taunts transitive verb : to reproach or challenge in a mocking or insulting manner : jeer at taunter noun tauntingly ˈtȯn-tiŋ-lē ˈtän- adverb taunt 2 of 2 noun : a sarcastic challenge or insult Did you know? Taunt vs. Taut Taunt and taut may easily be confused. The words are similar in spelling and pronunciation, though the resemblance does not extent to their syntax or meanings. Taut is an adjective that is most often used to refer to something that is pulled tight, like "a taut rope," or is bulging or filled to capacity, like "taut muscles." Taunt is a noun and a verb that refers to teasing or making fun of a person. That the two words sound similar creates confusion, and taunt, being the more common word, is sometimes substituted for taut. You can remember the difference between the two by remembering that tight and taut both lack the n of taunt. Synonyms Verb bait hassle haze heckle needle ride tease See all Synonyms & Antonyms Example Sentences Verb The boys continually taunted each other. Recent Examples on the Web Verb Ukrainian officials continued to taunt Russia over the incident Thursday, suggesting more could follow. James Marson, WSJ, 11 Aug. 2022 After the eighth inning, Cabrera pointed at the scoreboard and signaled to the crowd to quiet their negative reaction, and while most fans listened to the Tigers great, some continued to taunt Boone and the Yankees. Evan Petzold, USA TODAY, 22 Apr. 2022 After the eighth inning, Cabrera pointed at the scoreboard and signaled to the crowd to quiet their negative reaction, and while most fans listened to the Tigers great, some continued to taunt Boone and the Yankees. Evan Petzold, USA TODAY, 22 Apr. 2022 After the eighth inning, Cabrera pointed at the scoreboard and signaled to the crowd to quiet their negative reaction, and while most fans listened to the Tigers great, some continued to taunt Boone and the Yankees. Evan Petzold, Detroit Free Press, 21 Apr. 2022 Miller, who has not yet responded publicly or in court to the allegations, deleted their Instagram account earlier this week, but not before reportedly posting a series of memes that seemed to taunt authorities. Christian Holub, EW.com, 16 June 2022 The Estonian sophomore is the cocky and feisty sort who can drive opponents crazy, taunt their fans and question game officials. Tim Bielik, cleveland, 24 Mar. 2022 George and Martha proceed to taunt and prod each other in front of the unwitting young people. Jessica Geltstaff Writer, Los Angeles Times, 21 Apr. 2022 In one scene, Anna asks Matthias if he’s ever been called by the derogatory name that children have been using to taunt and hurt her. Washington Post, 26 Mar. 2022 Noun In both cases, the apparent intention was to refer to someone who appears to be out of control/not able to control their actions, employing it as colloquial slang that has long been used as a playground taunt. Gil Kaufman, Billboard, 4 Aug. 2022 With each needling tweet and public taunt, Mr. Musk has eroded trust in the social media company, walloped employee morale, spooked potential advertisers, emphasized its financial difficulties and spread misinformation about how Twitter operates. New York Times, 11 July 2022 The taunt comparing Crenshaw to the late Senator John McCain originated from Fox News host Tucker Carlson. Shannon Larson, BostonGlobe.com, 20 June 2022 Pritchard then put one hand near the floor, a common N.B.A. taunt to signify that a defender is too small to guard the taunter. New York Times, 4 June 2022 The Facebook image with the anti-Biden taunt has been altered. Nayeli Lomeli, USA TODAY, 6 Nov. 2016 That private fear becomes a public taunt in Amsterdam, when the rapper is greeted by a horde of people in blackface. Nicole Acheampong, The Atlantic, 26 Mar. 2022 The Kremlin and its press organs airbrushed the taunt out of the official transcripts. The New Yorker, 13 Mar. 2022 On the beach, two alpha males tussled, one using his chest and large, trunklike nose (hence the name elephant seal) to push away a rival, while adding a final rumbling growl to intimidate — or maybe just taunt — the loser. Washington Post, 3 Feb. 2022 See More Word History Etymology Verb perhaps from Middle French tenter to try, tempt — more at tempt First Known Use Verb 1539, in the meaning defined above Noun circa 1527, in the meaning defined above Kids Definition taunt 1 of 2 noun ˈtȯnt : a mean insulting remark taunt 2 of 2 verb taunted; taunting : to make fun of or say insulting things to taunts 1 of 2 verb present tense third-person singular of taunt as in teases to attack repeatedly with mean put-downs or insults the principal reminded the student athletes that taunting their opponents was not showing good sportsmanship Synonyms & Similar Words Relevance teases mocks ridicules heckles annoys tortures bothers baits jeers rides hassles plagues hazes jibes gibes troubles picks on irritates bullies needles torments tests nags tries derides gripes irks goads spites exasperates riles harasses bugs peeves itches pesters grates discomforts aggravates vexes frosts chafes makes game of disturbs ruffles nettles rasps badgers piques narks frets persecutes hounds dogs bedevils agitates harries galls gets terrorizes browbeats perturbs aggrieves puts out hectors burns (up) gnaws (at) hagrides hacks (off) beleaguers taunts 2 of 2 noun plural of taunt as in jeers Synonyms & Similar Words jeers jibes insults sneers gibes catcalls mocks quips outrages slurs disses affronts slaps barbs indignities slights epithets vituperations sarcasms invectives abuses brickbats darts digs pokes put-downs disapprovals criticisms girds attacks dises names cuts offenses offences shames personalities swipes tortures disgraces torments dishonors knocks slams opprobriums Antonyms & Near Antonyms compliments praises commendations accolades acclaim flatteries applauses adulations See More
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