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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Here are a few playful charcuterie board games to get your autumn party started by rolling the dice with some sweet, savory, salty, spicy, and umami seasonal delights.
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Catharine Kaufman, San Diego Union-Tribune, 13 Oct. 2025
Boxers are also known for their playful, sometimes goofy demeanor and strong attachment to their owners.
—Melissa Fleur Afshar, MSNBC Newsweek, 13 Oct. 2025
The biennial’s work can be as serious as a summit of political leaders from across the region or as playful as a group trip to an art fair in Mexico City or Toronto, Havana or Santiago.
—Ray Mark Rinaldi, Denver Post, 13 Oct. 2025
The shoes were fastened by a small crescent-moon charm off to the side, which added a modern, playful touch.
—Maggie Clancy, Footwear News, 13 Oct. 2025
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Catharine Kaufman, San Diego Union-Tribune, 13 Oct. 2025
Boxers are also known for their playful, sometimes goofy demeanor and strong attachment to their owners.
—Melissa Fleur Afshar, MSNBC Newsweek, 13 Oct. 2025
The biennial’s work can be as serious as a summit of political leaders from across the region or as playful as a group trip to an art fair in Mexico City or Toronto, Havana or Santiago.
—Ray Mark Rinaldi, Denver Post, 13 Oct. 2025
The shoes were fastened by a small crescent-moon charm off to the side, which added a modern, playful touch.
—Maggie Clancy, Footwear News, 13 Oct. 2025
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“Playful.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/playful. Accessed 16 Oct. 2025.
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