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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Andrew McGowan, Variety, 29 Sep. 2025
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Andrew McGowan, Variety, 29 Sep. 2025
His playful, over-the-top creations draw inspiration from Ramsay’s humor as well as his high standards in the kitchen.
—Khloe Quill, FOXNews.com, 29 Sep. 2025
Across the runways, joy and optimism came through — playful embellishments, sheer layers of organza and lace, and the return of feathers, fringe and bold jewelry all pointed to a season of creativity and craft.
—Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 29 Sep. 2025
Renowned interior designer Martin Brudnizki's maximalist design aesthetic includes playful glass chandeliers, floral wallpaper, and decadent velvet couches.
—Maya Kachroo-Levine, Travel + Leisure, 27 Sep. 2025
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“Playful.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/playful. Accessed 5 Oct. 2025.
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