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puckish

[puhk-ish] / ˈpʌk ɪʃ /




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From the book’s stylish design and the author’s puckish photo, the reader may imagine that its contents will be playful.

From The Wall Street Journal Feb. 4, 2026

But he’s also puckish – sylph-like and otherworldly, seductive and repellent, as likely to swaddle Sarah in her heart’s desire as he is to toss her into the belching, farting Bog of Eternal Stench.

From Salon Jan. 24, 2026

We met at Le Bernardin — Grey’s choice — and for two hours they shared stories, Redmayne reverential and thoughtful, Grey puckish and supportive.

From New York Times May 15, 2024

Stone, who won the lead actress Oscar for her role as the puckish Bella Baxter in “Poor Things,” elaborated on the wardrobe malfunction that nearly eclipsed her acceptance speech during the telecast.

From Los Angeles Times Mar. 11, 2024

Then, laughing, he slides down and away, throwing a puckish glance back to see if I’ll follow.

From "The Cruel Prince" by Holly Black




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