madcap

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The set piece is a daring, madcap, Wes Anderson-esque romp through San Francisco all the way to the Metro Designers factory in China, where worker conditions are grim and hazardous.

From Salon • May 22, 2026

In “Exit the King,” he confronts the insupportable reality of death with the same madcap delirium of his better known works, such as “The Bald Soprano,” “The Chairs” and “Rhinoceros.”

From Los Angeles Times • May 13, 2026

Lemann, a New Orleans native, has captured her home turf in madcap fiction and reportage.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 23, 2026

In a staggering contest of 13 tries and 90 points, Gregor Townsend's men were astonishing in every way until a madcap endgame that saw France run in a battery of tries.

From BBC • Mar. 7, 2026

I think of her madcap, joyful dresses, of her dust-covered bedroom.

From "The Cruel Prince" by Holly Black