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Badinage

usgb/ˌbædnˈɑːʒ/Volume
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Social Context

Best used among friends or peers where casual and humorous interaction is appreciated.

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At the reunion, their badinage recaptured the spirit of their college days.
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Positive Tone

Signifies light-hearted, playful conversation with no intention to offend.

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Despite the tight deadline, the team's badinage kept the atmosphere cheerful.
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Not For Serious Topics

Avoid using 'badinage' in discussions about serious, sensitive, or solemn subjects.

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It was not the time for badinage, as they were discussing the company's layoffs.
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