Examples of playful in a Sentence
She's an old dog, but she's still very playful.
He had a playful expression on his face.
a playful tone of voice
You're certainly in a playful mood!
She gave him a light playful slap on the knee.
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The first image in the exhibition announced the playful tenor of the oversize works, which often verged on the ludic despite the lack of spontaneity owing to the cumbersome Land Camera.
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James Quandt, Artforum, 2 June 2026
Bathrooms offer floor-to-ceiling black-and-white tile and benefit from natural light, adding an unexpected touch of polish to the otherwise playful design.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 June 2026
That mythology is why the powder-throwing is playful rather than aggressive.
—Hanna Wickes, Sacbee.com, 2 June 2026
The style is available in over 50 different colors and patterns—from vibrant florals and playful polka dots to classic stripes and solid tones.
—Kate Donovan, Southern Living, 2 June 2026
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James Quandt, Artforum, 2 June 2026
Bathrooms offer floor-to-ceiling black-and-white tile and benefit from natural light, adding an unexpected touch of polish to the otherwise playful design.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 June 2026
That mythology is why the powder-throwing is playful rather than aggressive.
—Hanna Wickes, Sacbee.com, 2 June 2026
The style is available in over 50 different colors and patterns—from vibrant florals and playful polka dots to classic stripes and solid tones.
—Kate Donovan, Southern Living, 2 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for playful
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“Playful.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/playful. Accessed 3 Jun. 2026.
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