trickster

Example Sentences

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Are these machines stochastic parrots, or alien intelligences, or fraudulent tricksters?

From New York Times

Evolution is a dynamic process that can sometimes defy logic, but even trickster flowers from South Africa have something to teach us about the intricacies of life on Earth.

From Salon

Some Internet tricksters pulled off a fake version of the airdrop, and the government, spooked, scrapped the plan.

From Washington Post

Stone frequently complained to the Danish filmmakers about reports that inaccurately called him a “self-described” dirty trickster, but he remains unapologetic for doing whatever necessary to win.

From Washington Post

Even if Robin Goodfellow isn’t here to invite mischief into the lives of lovers and friends, there will be other tricksters and spirits to take his place.

From New York Times