roguish

Example Sentences

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When the soap started more than six decades ago, Lowrie's character was seen as a national heartthrob thanks to his roguish role.

From BBC • Apr. 26, 2025

Dressed in a brown leather jacket, crisply pressed blue jeans and a cream-colored cowboy hat, he sticks out his hand and says, “I’m Charley with an –ey,” then flashes a roguish grin.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 13, 2025

“He has boyish charm and likeability, that impish, roguish element to him,” Seymour said.

From Washington Times • May 31, 2023

The Oscars ceremony included a performance of the song, with its rapid-kick choreography and roguish suspender snapping.

From New York Times • Mar. 12, 2023

“Same to you,” said the Fat Lady with a roguish grin, and she swung forward to admit them.

From "Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince" by J.K. Rowling