as in pranks
a playful or mischievous act intended as a joke
we'll have no more of your antics, so just settle down
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Recent Examples of antics
Of course, social media is a driving factor, but in recent years, viewers are coming not only for the game but also for the antics and the players behind them.
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Molly Keshin, New York Times, 31 May 2026
One obvious difference between Major League Baseball and the Banana Ball League is the antics in between.
—Kansas City Star, 31 May 2026
For Janet, Ben’s antics are her obstacle in the scene and Nick always made sure Ben gave Janet plenty of obstacles.
—Maira Garcia, Los Angeles Times, 29 May 2026
His antics prepped him for a career in comedy, though not as much getting called up from the bench.
—Mikey O'Connell, HollywoodReporter, 29 May 2026
Though Batula and Wilson’s relationship status was a major focus of the first hour of the reunion series, host Cohen made sure to highlight the summer antics at large, as well as other cast members’ struggles and disagreements.
—Pilar Melendez, NBC news, 27 May 2026
Blonde baby braids balanced by natural brunette roots combine in an irreverent aesthetic primed for summertime antics.
—Calin Van Paris, InStyle, 27 May 2026
Marmol did not comment afterward on Uribe’s antics on the mound.
—Jim Hoehn, Chicago Tribune, 27 May 2026
Justin Bieber Justin Bieber’s roast in 2015 was notable for its brutal takedown of Bieber’s notoriously bratty antics, which had reached their zenith at the time of airing due to a series of scandals and legal problems — including an arrest.
—Brianna Zigler, Entertainment Weekly, 23 May 2026
Molly Keshin, New York Times, 31 May 2026
One obvious difference between Major League Baseball and the Banana Ball League is the antics in between.
—Kansas City Star, 31 May 2026
For Janet, Ben’s antics are her obstacle in the scene and Nick always made sure Ben gave Janet plenty of obstacles.
—Maira Garcia, Los Angeles Times, 29 May 2026
His antics prepped him for a career in comedy, though not as much getting called up from the bench.
—Mikey O'Connell, HollywoodReporter, 29 May 2026
Though Batula and Wilson’s relationship status was a major focus of the first hour of the reunion series, host Cohen made sure to highlight the summer antics at large, as well as other cast members’ struggles and disagreements.
—Pilar Melendez, NBC news, 27 May 2026
Blonde baby braids balanced by natural brunette roots combine in an irreverent aesthetic primed for summertime antics.
—Calin Van Paris, InStyle, 27 May 2026
Marmol did not comment afterward on Uribe’s antics on the mound.
—Jim Hoehn, Chicago Tribune, 27 May 2026
Justin Bieber Justin Bieber’s roast in 2015 was notable for its brutal takedown of Bieber’s notoriously bratty antics, which had reached their zenith at the time of airing due to a series of scandals and legal problems — including an arrest.
—Brianna Zigler, Entertainment Weekly, 23 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for antics
Noun
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The Timberwolves were up 2-1 against their bitter rivals, and there was DiVincenzo, playing pranks and laughing devilishly.—
Jon Krawczynski,
New York Times,
27 May 2026
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Shortly after midnight on May 25, prosecutors said the same group of teens were driving around San Mateo pulling pranks on classmates from Hillsdale High School.—
Tim Fang,
CBS News,
14 May 2026
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Mina the Hollower blends elements of retro Zelda adventures like Link’s Awakening with more modern games like Elden Ring, and randomizing things in Mina’s world provides some thorny challenges right from the start.—
Jay Peters,
The Verge,
27 May 2026
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Brown is, of course, the titular character here, a peppy and intelligent young lady who has a real panache for solving crimes and breaking the fourth wall during her many adventures.—
Kate Erbland,
IndieWire,
27 May 2026
Noun
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As more travelers ditch tourist traps in favor of authentic experiences, craft markets have become one of the most rewarding ways to see the real side of a destination — and bring home a souvenir that actually means something.—
Hanna Wickes,
Miami Herald,
29 May 2026
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The customer then lays down on the bed and first experiences a dry scalp massage and a massage of their neck and upper shoulders while settling in.—
Sean Krofssik,
Hartford Courant,
29 May 2026
Cite this Entry
“Antics.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/antics. Accessed 1 Jun. 2026.
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