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mischievous

[mis-chuh-vuhs] / ˈmɪs tʃə vəs /


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Yet “The Merry Wives of Windsor Cove” succeeds in extending a warm communal embrace to its audience, which is the ultimate aim of this mischievous and kind-hearted comedy.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 23, 2026

A light aircraft pilot wrote "I'm bored" during a two-hour test flight - with his mischievous flight path appearing on an online tracking app.

From BBC Jul. 13, 2026

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

It was clear from their plan—and from Sticky’s mischievous grin—that by tomorrow most of the students at the Institute would be barfing up their suppers.

From "The Mysterious Benedict Society" by Trenton Lee Stewart




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