mischievous

Example Sentences

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The mischievous thieving monkey Ukiki is once again trying to make off with the belongings of a passerby when he is stopped by another traveler: Princess Daisy.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026

It bursts with insights that mix journalistic acumen with gossip, backed by a score generously seasoned with mischievous violin string plucking.

From Salon • Mar. 14, 2026

News of the death of Eric Dane was met with an outpouring of grief by celebrities, who expressed their deep admiration for his mischievous on-screen charisma and his advocacy efforts during his battle against ALS.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 20, 2026

"He was cheeky, mischievous and loving, and he'd do anything for anyone," she said.

From BBC • Feb. 18, 2026

It was clear from their plan—and from Sticky’s mischievous grin—that by tomorrow most of the students at the Institute would be barfing up their suppers.

From "The Mysterious Benedict Society" by Trenton Lee Stewart