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

He himself became quite the mischievous manipulator of the press.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 5, 2026

These are mischievous fairies of Welsh folklore that resemble humans but possess magical qualities.

From BBC • Jan. 30, 2026

A mischievous baby, who had just changed from the black fur of the newborn to brown, climbed over the respectable old baboon’s head.

From "A Girl Named Disaster" by Nancy Farmer