playfully

Example Sentences

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It swoops down playfully in “A Black Song,” over a swung rumble of drumbeats.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 4, 2026

The vibe was festive, social and playfully raucous — more impromptu living room performance among friends than comedy club.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 26, 2026

Set in Chen's native Singapore, the film is a moving family drama which playfully satirises the yawning social disparities to be found in the city-state's glittering skyscrapers.

From Barron's • Feb. 21, 2026

Even the snobbiest TV snoots can’t resist Alan Cumming as the playfully sadistic laird of Ardross Castle, emceeing what is essentially a closed circle murder mystery.

From Salon • Jan. 15, 2026

She playfully punched his shoulder, and he laughed.

From "Throne of Glass" by Sarah J. Maas