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Discover Ludwig"taking the piss" is a commonly used phrase in both spoken and written English.
It is considered informal and may not be appropriate in formal or professional situations. "Taking the piss" can mean to mock or make fun of someone or something, or to act in a ridiculous or outrageous manner. It can also refer to a person who is intentionally being unreasonable or difficult. Example: "I can't believe you're still asking for a refund on that broken coffee machine. Stop taking the piss and just buy a new one." In this example, the speaker is using the phrase to express their frustration with someone who is being unreasonable or difficult.
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taking the piss
verb
Present participle of take the piss
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"[You] were taking the piss!
Taking the piss.
Not taking the piss.
"Taking the piss out of popstars".
I thought someone was taking the piss.
I like taking the piss.
Alfie was taking the piss.
"Now you're taking the piss".
He's taking the piss, basically.
"You're taking the piss, man.
"We're taking the piss out of that".
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