rakish

Example Sentences

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There’s also a rakish love interest—an intriguing man who, unlike the Stoics, is an argument for passion.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 30, 2026

His transformation into the rakish Soul Man earned him the rare cultural validation of a “Soul Train” appearance.

From Salon • Jan. 24, 2026

With a rendition of Frank Sinatra’s jaunty “Fly Me to the Moon,” Payne showed off his immaculate pitch and rich vocal tone, and a rakish presence beyond his years.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 1, 2024

The nightlife of Russia’s elite has long been famously rakish but a recent party crossed an invisible line and provoked a public scandal.

From Washington Times • Dec. 28, 2023

The altar wobbled and threatened to overturn and the collection table sat at a rakish angle.

From "I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings" by Maya Angelou