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mischievous

[mis-chuh-vuhs] / ˈmɪs tʃə vəs /


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London then showed off her mischievous side as she attempted to climb out the window and onto the balcony.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 24, 2026

Known for his mischievous humour and charm but also for his occasional plain-spoken combativeness, Hockney enjoyed a wide circle of friends while remaining close to his parents, whom he painted in several memorable portraits.

From Barron's • Jun. 12, 2026

"I have no actual claim to be good at the cheese-roll - I am the one that has the mischievous plan."

From BBC • May 22, 2026

The mischievous thieving monkey Ukiki is once again trying to make off with the belongings of a passerby when he is stopped by another traveler: Princess Daisy.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026

People wanted to like him, they wanted to believe him, but he was undependable and self-centered at best, mischievous or evil at worst.

From "Norse Mythology" by Neil Gaiman




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