mischief
Example Sentences
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In the early ’90s, a distinct penchant for mischief and a grittily glamorous New York edge quickly earned Jacobs the moniker of fashion’s bad boy.
From Salon • Mar. 27, 2026
“We see potential for seasonal-adjustment mischief in the January data,” said Richard Moody, chief U.S. economist at Regions Financial.
From MarketWatch • Feb. 8, 2026
“I think one of the reasons he was so keen is he’s someone who has a sense of mischief and fun,” Lighton says, speaking separately over Zoom from London.
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 4, 2026
Chainey said he tried to portray them as "the inner child locked away in all of us", drawn to mud, mischief and the thrill of breaking rules.
From BBC • Jan. 30, 2026
Uncle Phil’s blond hair is mussed, and his blue eyes are bright with mischief.
From "I Can Make This Promise" by Christine Day
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Vocabulary lists containing mischief
"Mending Wall," by Robert Frost
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Charlie and the Chocolate Factory
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