Words similar to taunt

Example sentences for: taunt

How can you use “taunt” in a sentence? Here are some example sentences to help you improve your vocabulary:

Once China has a deterrent equal to that of the United States, Scheer says, it won't feel the need to taunt its neighbors after every tiny technological advance.
My patient publisher was weary of waiting; my friends were beginning to taunt me with the prospect that I'd never finish; I was ready, as the self-help literature counsels, to "move on."
For those words of doubtful origin (like dive `disreputable bar,' jingo, rag `taunt,' toy , etc.), Ayto presents the current wisdom, where available, and lets the user decide for himself from among the theories proffered.
The best example of this that comes to mind is the clumsy taunt aimed at Dukakis: "Governor, that answer was about as clear as Boston Harbor."
Their downfall is often, says the piece, that they like to taunt their pursuers.