The Open Dictionary

tease something out

Related to word: tease

Phrasal Verb

Definition (information)

  1. to attempt to extract information or discern a meaning that is obscured or difficult to grasp

    • During the meeting, Alice worked hard to tease out the underlying issues in the report.

    • The journalist attempted to tease out more information about the incident from the witness.

    • He has a knack for guiding conversations to tease out people's innermost thoughts.

Definition (separate)

  1. to gradually untangle hairs or threads that are intertwined using your fingers

    • She gently teased her hair apart with her fingers, allowing sunlight to shine on her face.

    • The artist teased the fine threads apart with her fingers to create intricate patterns.

    • As he teased apart his hair, he unexpectedly found an old badge hidden within.