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This expression means stated with insincerity, irony or playful exaggeration. When Dad said he was glad that Mom's parents were coming to visit and staying for a whole week, he meant it tongue in cheek.
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What is meant by the expression 'tongue in cheek'?
It is a sarcastic statement.if you say something tongue in cheek, what you have said is a joke, although it might seem to be serious.'And we all know what a passionate love life I have!' he said, tongue in cheek.Making a statement that should not be taken seriously, irony and sarcasm are examples of a tongue-in-cheek comment. Can also be amusing.Example:Lady Ahley: If you were my husband sir I would poison you tea.Churchill with his tongue in cheek reply: If you were my wife, I'd drink it.
What does the idiom tongue-in-check mean?
Nothing. The phrase is tongue in cheek, as if you were talking with your tongue twisted into your cheek instead of in the middle of your mouth. Tongue in cheek means you are not speaking seriously, but in jest.
What is the meaning of 'tongue and chick'?
What you must have heard was tongue in cheek and it means farcical. A play done tongue in cheek makes fun of itself. It is a parody. Basically: joking. Tongue in cheek refers to the facial gesture of using the tongue to make the cheek stick out on one side, which is a sign of skepticism or disbelief. Something said "tongue in cheek" is not to be taken seriously.
What is the medical term meaning Pertaining to the cheek and the tongue?
Buccolingual means pertaining to the cheek and tongue.
What is called to sleep on a book and retian the information?
A tongue-in-cheek answer to a tongue-in-cheek question: Learning by osmosis.
What is the best translation of the English idiom tongue in cheek into Spanish?
To speak with tongue in cheek = Hablar con sorna
Does he love you if he kissed someone else?
It depends how and why the kiss was given. A kiss on the cheek, is much different then a tongue in mouth kiss.It depends how and why the kiss was given. A kiss on the cheek, is much different then a tongue in mouth kiss.It depends how and why the kiss was given. A kiss on the cheek, is much different then a tongue in mouth kiss.It depends how and why the kiss was given. A kiss on the cheek, is much different then a tongue in mouth kiss.It depends how and why the kiss was given. A kiss on the cheek, is much different then a tongue in mouth kiss.It depends how and why the kiss was given. A kiss on the cheek, is much different then a tongue in mouth kiss.
Witch one has more germs the cheek or tongue?
your moms tongue has me sperms on it then ever
What does it mean to have your tongue in your cheek?
It means to be all weird
What are synonyms of ironic?
tongue-in-cheek, caustic, sarcastic
What does tongue in teeth comment mean?
"BITE YOUR TONGUE" means not to be rude or make a bad comment. To make a sarcastic comment is one that is "TONGUE IN CHEEK".
What five things are in your mouth?
Tongue, teeth, roof, cheek, saliva.
Is it dangerous to have your tongue piersed if you are tongue tied?
No. Tongue-tied is just an expression that means that you can't get what you are trying to say into words.
What do you mean by the idiomatic expression silvery tongue?
One with a silvery tongue, is someone who is a smooth or persuasive speaker.
What are the release dates for Power Rangers Ninja Storm - 2003 Tongue and Cheek 1-24?
Power Rangers Ninja Storm - 2003 Tongue and Cheek 1-24 was released on: USA: 2 August 2003
Tongue piercing use?
Tongue + Barbell = Tongue Piercing Tongue piercing: a piercing in the center of the tongue located approximately 3/4" from the tip of the tongue through the connective tissue joining the two muscle groups that form the tongue. Used as a means of self expression or a personal statement, some times used to enhance sexual pleasure for either gender.
What is dizzee rascals latest album called?
As of 21 September 2009, Tongue N' Cheek
What do people mean when they say that they said or did something with tongue in cheek?
It means they said it in jest or as a joke
What is an analogy of respect?
Respect is to Aretha Franklin as Honesty is to Billy Joel (meant tongue in cheek)
What different types of epithelial cells might you observe from your cheek cells?
Squamous cells are common, they have a smooth, low friction surface allowing fluids to move over them with ease. Also cuboidal cells from the tongue that have found their way to the cheek, they may be deactivated and of no use, but nonetheless, will also be found in cheek cells under a microscope.
How does steven hawking use his cheek to speak?
He doesn't use his cheek to speak. he speaks through a computer.
What do you use your tongue for?
you use your tongue to taste food
What to do with your tongue while kissing?
You use your tongue to touch her tongue.
How do you tongue your girlfriend?
you stick your tongue in the mouth and you use your tongue.
How do use the word cheek in a medical sentence?
Her right cheek has a prickly rash. The bite was so bad, he needed stitches in his cheek.
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