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whimsical

[hwim-zi-kuhl, wim-] / ˈʰwɪm zɪ kəl, ˈwɪm- /


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The album was a whimsical twist on NASA’s space program, featuring aliens asking Parliament for funk assistance over the radio.

From The Wall Street Journal

Finally, give yourself permission to get a little whimsical with the whole production.

From Salon

Jeong’s affinity for the whimsical beagle was passed down to her from her parents, who furnished their home with commemorative “Peanuts” coffee table books.

From Los Angeles Times

Even with the whimsical subject matter, we see Mr. Friedlander as an expert of composition.

From The Wall Street Journal

While on tracks like “Harry Stamper” and “Sábanas,” he embraces whimsical synthesizers and staccato vocal patterns to create a mystical soundscape.

From Los Angeles Times