mischief

Example Sentences

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“We see potential for seasonal-adjustment mischief in the January data,” said Richard Moody, chief U.S. economist at Regions Financial.

From MarketWatch • Feb. 8, 2026

Timbers describes the Muppets as “a strange brew of maximalism, mischief and heart,” and the special reflects that in how many gags and Muppets it packs into its half-hour runtime.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 4, 2026

"It will be suits and cocktail dresses, and you know me, mysterious mischief, so bring your presents, your presence and your humour!"

From BBC • Feb. 1, 2026

Now that I have done so, I picture Harper smirking at me, suddenly bored by how easy adults are to manipulate and already thinking of some new mischief to get up to.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 7, 2026

Ekon had thought that was where they were headed—most of his childhood lessons had been there—but a hint of mischief touched Brother Ugo’s eyes as he made an abrupt turn to the right instead.

From "Beasts of Prey" by Ayana Gray