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 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 a small kid, funny and mischievous, a bit of a troublemaker.

From "How Dare the Sun Rise" by Sandra Uwiringiyimana