playful
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Howletts said the youngsters were becoming "increasingly bold and playful" as they explore their surroundings.
From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026
Browne is intellectual, playful, cheeky — the domain of schoolboy dreams and art world fancy.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026
They came with playful code names like “Fort Spunky” and “Project Panther,” masking the names of the tech companies that would operate them.
From Salon • Jun. 6, 2026
The maturity it takes to confront big interpersonal problems is rare - but it's also a hallmark of Le Sserafim's take on K-pop, which mixes serious self-awareness with playful absurdity.
From BBC • Jun. 4, 2026
His baby teeth, which usually gave him an impish, playful appearance, now made him seem unpredictable, volatile.
From "Educated" by Tara Westover
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