mischief

Example Sentences

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“No! Is Mallory a name? It’s short for Malum. My great-aunt used to say it was prophetic. Because it means ‘mischief.’

From Literature

A spark of mischief glimmers in his eyes.

From Literature

Chainey said he tried to portray them as "the inner child locked away in all of us", drawn to mud, mischief and the thrill of breaking rules.

From BBC

The worst that befell most of those duped by New Year’s Eve AI-generated mischief was a little discomfort, embarrassment and wasted time.

From Salon

I remembered teasing and mischief and strong arms swinging me into the air.

From Literature