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Tomar el pelo

Literally 'to take the hair,' it means to trick or tease someone in a playful way. It is often used when someone tells a lie that is meant to be funny.

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Examples in context

¿Es verdad o me estás tomando el pelo?

Is it true or are you pulling my leg?

No le creas, solo te está tomando el pelo.

Don't believe him, he's just pulling your leg.

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