whimsical

Example Sentences

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The actor, 86, finds the revelation delightful, triggering a hint of whimsical glee reminiscent of Gandalf himself.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 8, 2026

Visitors taking a stroll along the River Lea in Hackney Marshes may spot a series of signs fixed to the trees, each sharing an eccentric, whimsical tale.

From BBC • Apr. 7, 2026

"It just seems so whimsical and delightful to be able to do that."

From BBC • Mar. 28, 2026

At $1,599, it wasn’t exactly cheap, but it was the most whimsical piece of tech I’ve ever owned.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 5, 2026

Tucked throughout are nests of the lesser brands, such as Athletic Works, Basic Equipment, and the whimsical Looney Tunes, Pooh, and Mickey lines, generally decorated with images of their eponymous characters.

From "Nickel and Dimed: On (Not) Getting By in America" by Barbara Ehrenreich