Definition
Used to describe a statement or remark that is meant to be humorous or ironic, although it might appear serious on the surface.
(语气)带强刺意味的、幽默的
She said she enjoyed going to work every morning, but I suspect it was tongue in cheek.
她说她每天早上都喜欢去上班，但我怀疑她是开玩笑的。
When he announced he was running for president, it was obviously tongue in cheek.
当他宣布要竞选总统时，很明显是开玩笑的。
They said the food at the restaurant was amazing, but I think it was tongue in cheek.
他们说那家餐厅的食物很棒，但我觉得他们是在开玩笑。