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
While the Cavapoo’s antics are undeniably entertaining, the video also highlights the special role toys play in a dog’s life.
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Lucy Notarantonio, MSNBC Newsweek, 3 Oct. 2025
But sticking it out ended up being beneficial, because those classmates who laughed at his antics became his first audience.
—Essence, 2 Oct. 2025
In the trailer, the three men get right to their antics with a broken vase, hiding a dead body, a dynamic SWAT entry, and running in an attempt to escape.
—Demicia Inman, VIBE.com, 30 Sep. 2025
Clark cycles through the five stages of grief throughout her performance, snapping at a nurse over the treatment of her son one moment, and then breaking everyone’s hearts by wistfully telling stories of James’ daredevil antics the next.
—Emlyn Travis, Entertainment Weekly, 30 Sep. 2025
Hulsey's antics in the 2014 race drew criticism from both Republicans and Democrats.
—Molly Beck, jsonline.com, 24 Sep. 2025
LeBlanc made Joey Tribbiani unforgettable — combining goofy charm, endless antics and a lovable cluelessness that kept fans laughing for 10 seasons.
—Samantha Stutsman, PEOPLE, 22 Sep. 2025
In California, some enterprising individuals put monkeys on display, charging for a look at their antics.
—Livia Gershon, JSTOR Daily, 21 Sep. 2025
Lucy Notarantonio, MSNBC Newsweek, 3 Oct. 2025
But sticking it out ended up being beneficial, because those classmates who laughed at his antics became his first audience.
—Essence, 2 Oct. 2025
In the trailer, the three men get right to their antics with a broken vase, hiding a dead body, a dynamic SWAT entry, and running in an attempt to escape.
—Demicia Inman, VIBE.com, 30 Sep. 2025
Clark cycles through the five stages of grief throughout her performance, snapping at a nurse over the treatment of her son one moment, and then breaking everyone’s hearts by wistfully telling stories of James’ daredevil antics the next.
—Emlyn Travis, Entertainment Weekly, 30 Sep. 2025
Hulsey's antics in the 2014 race drew criticism from both Republicans and Democrats.
—Molly Beck, jsonline.com, 24 Sep. 2025
LeBlanc made Joey Tribbiani unforgettable — combining goofy charm, endless antics and a lovable cluelessness that kept fans laughing for 10 seasons.
—Samantha Stutsman, PEOPLE, 22 Sep. 2025
In California, some enterprising individuals put monkeys on display, charging for a look at their antics.
—Livia Gershon, JSTOR Daily, 21 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for antics
Noun
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Videos have gone viral on TikTok and social media showing people spraying the foul odor in their cars, homes and elevators as pranks.—
Minyvonne Burke,
NBC news,
23 Sep. 2025
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The team performed several stunts and pranks on air, with one resulting in an $8,000 loss in advertising.—
Sophie Hanson,
StyleCaster,
18 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The pedals are large and the handlebars are easy to grip, plus durable tires with rugged treads are perfect for off-road adventures.—
Nora Colomer
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FOXNews.com,
7 Oct. 2025
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Looking ahead to all of the tomorrows, all the adventures, the laughs, and all of the love.—
Erin Clack,
PEOPLE,
7 Oct. 2025
Noun
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The festival featured 185 films from 66 countries this year, drawing 208,111 attendees across online screenings and in-person cinema experiences in Jakarta.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
5 Oct. 2025
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While Method acting has performers immerse themselves in a role by drawing from their own experiences and emotions for a more authentic portrayal, some even stay in character off-set.—
Glenn Garner,
Deadline,
5 Oct. 2025
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“Antics.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/antics. Accessed 9 Oct. 2025.
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