whimsy

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But rest assured that Styles’ heartwarming sense of wit and whimsy are fully in evidence.

From Salon • Mar. 6, 2026

The boy who left Oxford all whimsy and loose, would become someone wondrous... the marvellous Dr. Seuss.

From BBC • Mar. 2, 2026

Adding to the whimsy, the book contains a fictional congratulatory letter from the heroine to Patchett regarding her novel “State of Wonder.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 8, 2025

And finally, the ultimate ode to billionaire whimsy looks to be over before it can begin.

From Slate • Nov. 8, 2025

Observers in the audience have heard the pop and are amazed by the famous actor making a sudden surprise appearance on the stage—perhaps adding some comical whimsy to this very special evening.

From "Lincoln's Last Days: The Shocking Assassination that Changed America Forever" by Bill O'Reilly