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whimsy

[hwim-zee, wim-] / ˈʰwɪm zi, ˈwɪm- /
NOUN
quaint or fanciful quality or humor
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NOUN
odd or fanciful notion
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The boy who left Oxford all whimsy and loose, would become someone wondrous... the marvellous Dr. Seuss.

From BBC • Mar. 2, 2026

Where Paul was formulaic and structured, Prue brought the whimsy and “Let’s just see what happens” attitude, and the two together created the perfect pair, highlighting everything that the art of baking is about.

From Salon • Jan. 22, 2026

But even those betray an iota of human-made whimsy, a sparkle of vulnerability.

From Slate • Jan. 7, 2026

Take in Laguna Beach via one of its free trolleys — and find a host of quirky surf shops, a bounty of galleries and a community dedicated to free-spirited whimsy.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 4, 2025

“Creatures of whimsy are not solely confined to the preserves. The blindness of mortals can be a blessing. Take care where you look.”

From "Fablehaven" by Brandon Mull