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Emily did a tongue-in-cheek performance of the vice principal handing out hugs and candy. What does the use of the phrase "tongue-in-cheek" mean in this sentence? Emil…

Emily did a tongue-in-cheek performance of the vice principal handing out hugs and candy. What does the use of the phrase "tongue-in-cheek" mean in this sentence? Emil…
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Emily did a tongue-in-cheek performance of the vice principal handing out hugs and candy.

What does the use of the phrase "tongue-in-cheek" mean in this sentence?

Emily is cruel.

Emily is respectful.


Emily is joking.

Emily is accurate.

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Emily would be considered to be joking, since there is no malicious intent.
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Emily is joking.

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