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whimsical

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


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When PJ Magerko-Liquorice and Jordan Millington-Liquorice married in rural southeastern Pennsylvania four years ago, they curated whimsical and personal touches.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 19, 2026

While much of the album feels appropriately bittersweet, McCartney finds plenty of time for whimsical diversions.

From Salon • May 12, 2026

In an interview with People magazine, Mandava described modelling as "this magical, whimsical and nurturing thing".

From BBC • May 9, 2026

I am so eager to see our newspaper used in a tactical, whimsical way — a reuse option that’s been there all along.

From Los Angeles Times • May 3, 2026

There was her face, her body, with an unfamiliar voice coming out, speaking whimsical words that had nothing at all to do with her.

From "Strange the Dreamer" by Laini Taylor




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