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mischievous

[mis-chuh-vuhs] / ˈmɪs tʃə vəs /


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Both share a mischievous sense of humor and irony generally in short supply.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 20, 2026

"She was very quiet and gentle. She had a mischievous streak as well."

From BBC ● Oct. 19, 2026

According to Forbes, the couple’s dog is a female Samoyed, a breed the American Kennel Club describes as “smart, social, mischievous dogs who demand love and attention.”

From MarketWatch ● Sep. 7, 2026

He eventually crossed over to Adult Swim, where he found a suitable home for his mischievous ideas.

From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 28, 2026

In my books I had read that as a child, Krishna was very mischievous.

From "Homeless Bird" by Gloria Whelan


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