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
Others might even recall some of the fines Smith accumulated for silly antics.
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Jason Jones, New York Times, 10 May 2026
There’s a good reason for his antics, said Harmon.
—Stephanie Nolasco, FOXNews.com, 9 May 2026
My social media contains only family photos and photos of my dog’s antics.
—Abigail Van Buren, Boston Herald, 2 May 2026
There may be more appetite for reality-show antics in news.
—Brian Steinberg, Variety, 1 May 2026
In 2024, the pygmy hippo Moo Deng in Thailand captured hearts around the world with her water splashing, knee-biting antics spreading like wildfire on TikTok and other platforms.
—Los Angeles Times, 30 Apr. 2026
Comedy legend Sykes is back for a new special filled with her classic antics and, as the title notes, reflections on her years of experience in the comedy scene.
—Madeleine Janz, PEOPLE, 30 Apr. 2026
Basketball's biggest stage leading up to the NBA Finals is bound to be full of showstopping shots, monster dunks, and ankle-breaking antics.
—Jason Cohen, PC Magazine, 30 Apr. 2026
Many of the players have a large following on social media and have gone viral for their antics during the games.
—Alexa Herrera, CBS News, 23 Apr. 2026
Jason Jones, New York Times, 10 May 2026
There’s a good reason for his antics, said Harmon.
—Stephanie Nolasco, FOXNews.com, 9 May 2026
My social media contains only family photos and photos of my dog’s antics.
—Abigail Van Buren, Boston Herald, 2 May 2026
There may be more appetite for reality-show antics in news.
—Brian Steinberg, Variety, 1 May 2026
In 2024, the pygmy hippo Moo Deng in Thailand captured hearts around the world with her water splashing, knee-biting antics spreading like wildfire on TikTok and other platforms.
—Los Angeles Times, 30 Apr. 2026
Comedy legend Sykes is back for a new special filled with her classic antics and, as the title notes, reflections on her years of experience in the comedy scene.
—Madeleine Janz, PEOPLE, 30 Apr. 2026
Basketball's biggest stage leading up to the NBA Finals is bound to be full of showstopping shots, monster dunks, and ankle-breaking antics.
—Jason Cohen, PC Magazine, 30 Apr. 2026
Many of the players have a large following on social media and have gone viral for their antics during the games.
—Alexa Herrera, CBS News, 23 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for antics
Noun
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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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This send-off mixes new stunts with archival footage, promising the usual outlandish pranks and blunt-force impacts to sensitive bodily regions.—
Tracy Brown,
Los Angeles Times,
14 May 2026
Noun
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Audiences are going to have a lot of fun with the adventures and misadventures of these unusual characters, all brought to life with extraordinary quality.—
Georg Szalai,
HollywoodReporter,
13 May 2026
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Some of Scott's adventures included riding the TRON coaster, taking photos with Darth Vader and watching Chewbacca swoop in on Deschanel.—
Mackenzie Schmidt,
PEOPLE,
13 May 2026
Noun
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There’s also a chill place to hang post hanging ten, surf-wellness experiences, skateboarding clinics, and e-foiling.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
16 May 2026
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For many families, traveling is an exciting time—to meet new people, explore new destinations and create special experiences.—
Judy Koutsky,
Forbes.com,
15 May 2026
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“Antics.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/antics. Accessed 18 May. 2026.
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