tease
To separate the fibres of (a fibrous material).
To comb (originally with teasels) so that the fibres all lie in one direction.
To backcomb.
To poke fun at, either cruelly or affectionately in a playful way.
To provoke or disturb; to annoy.
To manipulate or influence the behavior of, especially by repeated acts of irritation.
To entice, tempt.
To deliberately arouse someone sexually with no intention of satisfying that arousal.
To show as forthcoming, in the manner of a teaser.
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Alliteration
Words starting with the same consonant sound — used in poetry and prose to create rhythm, emphasis, and memorable phrasing (e.g. “Peter Piper picked”)
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Words sharing similar vowel sounds regardless of starting letter — creates internal melody in writing
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