mischievous
Example Sentences
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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 Eric Dane’s death Thursday was met with an outpouring of grief by celebrities, who expressed their admiration for the TV star’s mischievous on-screen charisma and his advocacy efforts during his battle against ALS.
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 20, 2026
"We can be naughty, we can be mischievous, we can be cheeky, we can have fun, we can have great banter too," he says.
From BBC • Feb. 19, 2026
"He was cheeky, mischievous and loving, and he'd do anything for anyone," she said.
From BBC • Feb. 18, 2026
The resentment disappeared from his face and was replaced by a mischievous expression that puzzled Pinmei even more than his anger.
From "When the Sea Turned to Silver" by Grace Lin
Vocabulary lists containing mischievous
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