Pull somebody’s leg

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Informal Use

Best suited for casual conversations among friends or in relaxed environments, not formal settings. Slide

I can't believe you fell for it. I was just pulling your leg!

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Humorous Intent

Intended to be funny; the speaker means no harm when teasing someone with this phrase. Slide

When Mike said he met a celebrity, he was pulling your leg. He's known for his jokes.

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Reaction Check

Often used to see how someone reacts to false or exaggerated information as part of the joke. Slide

Are you really moving to Mars, or are you pulling my leg?

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