Pull the other leg Meaning in English
expression
释义
This is an idiom meaning to joke with someone or try to trick them, often by pretending something silly or unbelievable is true.
用法与细微差别
Very informal and British in origin. Usually said when you think someone is joking or not telling the truth. Similar to 'Are you kidding me?' but less common in American English. Not used in formal writing.
例句
Are you serious, or are you pulling the other leg?
basic
He tried to pull the other leg, but I knew the story wasn't true.
basic
Don't pull the other leg, I know you didn't win the lottery.
basic
Come on, stop pulling the other leg—nobody believes you met a movie star yesterday!
natural
Oh, you're just pulling the other leg again—I almost fell for it this time!
natural
If you're pulling the other leg, at least come up with a better story!
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