prank

Example Sentences

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I scanned the room to make sure it wasn’t a prank, which had actually happened to a coworker, but the coast seemed clear.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 13, 2026

It was the first “SNL” sketch in a long time, not counting “Weekend Update,” that felt like a prank on the performers.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 8, 2026

Pickard said he thought winning the award was a "very elaborate prank".

From BBC • Feb. 11, 2026

Part of the prank is that, after watching 11 episodes, a viewer is left out on a cliff, hanging.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 21, 2026

Dalio and I looked at each other, confused about whether this was a legitimate complaint or simply a prank.

From "The Other Wes Moore: One Name, Two Fates" by Wes Moore