practical joke
Example Sentences
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Jason Hughes, 40, came out of his home to surprise the students who were tossing toilet papers over trees as part of a practical joke.
From BBC • Mar. 9, 2026
We both worked hard but never prioritized our careers over a beautiful experience, a meaningful conversation, a unique meal, a practical joke.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 7, 2024
The con job was, he thinks, “no more than a practical joke, really. Good clean sport.”
From New York Times • Apr. 8, 2024
Was it all some kind of practical joke?
From Slate • Mar. 16, 2023
I nod slowly, waiting for Boy21 to start laughing, for Coach to come running in with the rest of the team, pointing at me and howling at the elaborate practical joke, but that doesn’t happen.
From "Boy21" by Matthew Quick
