capers 1 of 2

noun

plural of caper
as in pranks
a playful or mischievous act intended as a joke long-ago college capers that have become more rollicking and daring with each recounting

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verb

present tense third-person singular of caper
as in hops
to play and run about happily as summer drew to a close, the children spent their days wistfully capering on the beach

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Recent Examples of capers
Noun
The green is a salsa verde, chunky and bright with capers and parsley, egg whites and breadcrumbs. — Jenn Harris, Los Angeles Times, 16 July 2026 The capers and sauce made for a delicately delicious fish dish served with a side of artichoke hearts and fingerling potatoes. — Brady MacDonald, Oc Register, 16 July 2026 In a food processor or blender, combine garlic, shallots, olive oil, parsley, dill, capers, basil, lemon zest and juice. — Staff, FOXNews.com, 3 July 2026 The tartness of capers, lemon juice, and pickles balances the rich flavors. — Jenna Sims, Southern Living, 1 July 2026 Tonnato being the absurdly delicious — and absurdly simple — sauce of tuna, mayonnaise, capers and anchovies. — Scott Hocker, TheWeek, 29 June 2026 The fish simmers in a saucy saute of bell peppers and tomatoes, flavored with garlic, olives, capers and thyme. — The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 24 June 2026 Remove the pan from the heat and add lemon juice, capers, and remaining 2 tablespoons butter. — Martha Stewart, 21 June 2026 In place of this slice of Americana is the cartoony Mickey Avenue which is themed to classic capers featuring Disney's mascot. — Caroline Reid, Forbes.com, 14 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for capers
  1. pranks
  2. hops
  3. adventures
  4. dances
  5. tricks
  6. leaps
  7. skips
  8. sports
Noun
  • Business Insider also found videos of creators using the glasses to film offensive pranks or asking women out at gyms.
    — Jibin Joseph, PC Magazine, 24 July 2026
  • However, officers warned the trend could spread and encouraged residents to remain vigilant as similar pranks become more common during the summer months.
    — Jordan Greene, PEOPLE, 15 July 2026
Definition of pranks
Verb
  • My lab has been practicing these techniques for many years in poplars, eucalypts, hops and, recently, chestnut.
    — Steve Strauss, The Conversation, 22 July 2026
  • In the middle of this story about the recording session, Scott hops up to grab a piece of candy — a red Airhead stocked by the catering team.
    — Angelique Jackson, Variety, 22 July 2026
Definition of hops
Noun
  • Go Back in Time Start your cultural adventures at the National Museum of Iceland.
    — Carolyn Heller, Forbes.com, 23 July 2026
  • Then, after Erica has a peevish moment with Scotty, the gang hears about the landing party’s prehistoric adventures over drinks.
    — Keith Phipps, Vulture, 23 July 2026
Definition of adventures
Verb
  • Alvarez dances with Frankie Grande, Ariana’s brother, during her Brooklyn concert, receiving the family blessing.
    — Alejandra Gularte, Vulture, 20 July 2026
  • This book about a couple in complex crisis creates a sense of political alienation that The Drama frankly dances around.
    — Brittany Allen, Literary Hub, 2 July 2026
Definition of dances
Noun
  • After appearing on the spring-summer 2026 runways at Khaite, Tory Burch, and Altuzarra, this season’s reboot is all about modern silhouettes and fresh styling tricks that make the print feel exciting again.
    — Kristina Rutkowski, Vogue, 21 July 2026
  • That doesn’t just mean placing an emphasis on storytelling — there are only so many tricks in the world, so most magicians figure out fast that the narrative is what matters — but as a two-way exploration of empathy.
    — Chris Jones, Chicago Tribune, 20 July 2026
Definition of tricks
Verb
  • Following the officer’s voice, the cat leaps up to a higher ledge, then up again to the railing near the roadway.
    — Rachel Raposas, PEOPLE, 13 July 2026
  • As such, anytime those on the right, or even tangentially associated with the right, notice or say something about a movie or entertainment property, Variety leaps in to defend their political party.
    — Ian Miller OutKick, FOXNews.com, 13 July 2026
Definition of leaps
Verb
  • Amarildo instantly controls a quick throw-in, skips away from one Czech defender, hoodwinks another with a hip-swerve and, spotting keeper Schrojf off his line, fires the ball in at the near post.
    — Adam Hurrey, New York Times, 17 July 2026
  • The researchers also note that heavier diving species likely rely on their legs to launch, something this robot skips entirely.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 13 July 2026
Definition of skips
Verb
  • The new exterior takes the Sterrato’s already sculpted visage and adds some serious brawn, which can best be seen in the fenders and the roof, which now sports a scoop.
    — Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 23 July 2026
  • The trainer and frequent Vuori collaborator, who signed a multiyear partnership deal with Vuori in August 2025, sports a bevy of designs that shift the focus from performance to a study in movement.
    — Julia Teti, Footwear News, 22 July 2026
Definition of sports

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