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Discover LudwigThe phrase "are joking" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used when indicating that someone is not being serious or is making a humorous statement.
Example: "I can't believe you thought I was serious about that! Of course, I are joking."
Alternatives: "are kidding" or "are just playing around".
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are joking
noun
An amusing story.
synonyms
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"You are joking, Lizzy.
I said, "You are joking".
You are joking, aren't you?
You are joking, of course.
These people are joking, right?
"Now you are joking with me".
"You are joking aren't you?" he asked.
"They are joking about our money," ran one newspaper headline.
"I don't think they are joking with us.
"I looked at him and said: 'Man, you are joking.
"He just kept asking: 'You guys are joking, right?
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