as in wise
displaying or marked by rude boldness
a cheeky comment about something that was none of her business
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Recent Examples of cheeky
While announcing their joint tequila brand in October 2023, the two released a cheeky video, during which they could be seen speeding off on a pair of motorcycles in an agave field.
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Desiree Anello, PEOPLE, 5 Nov. 2025
Harry and Meghan also had a cheeky moment of affection on the red carpet.
—Stylecaster Editors, StyleCaster, 26 Oct. 2025
On Friday, Böcker, the German machinery company that made the lift entered the conversation, releasing a cheeky post featuring an ad across its social media pages.
—NPR, 25 Oct. 2025
Goosh 6-Foot Thanksgiving Inflatable Turkey Give neighbors and passersby something to smile at with this cheeky 6-foot inflatable turkey—now 40% off.
—Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Oct. 2025
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Desiree Anello, PEOPLE, 5 Nov. 2025
Harry and Meghan also had a cheeky moment of affection on the red carpet.
—Stylecaster Editors, StyleCaster, 26 Oct. 2025
On Friday, Böcker, the German machinery company that made the lift entered the conversation, releasing a cheeky post featuring an ad across its social media pages.
—NPR, 25 Oct. 2025
Goosh 6-Foot Thanksgiving Inflatable Turkey Give neighbors and passersby something to smile at with this cheeky 6-foot inflatable turkey—now 40% off.
—Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for cheeky
Adjective
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The military plays only an advisory role in the American system, giving input to the president’s deliberations but not otherwise independently adjudicating whether his or her decision is wise.—
Peter D. Feaver,
Foreign Affairs,
12 Nov. 2025
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Kyle Dubas made a very wise move by signing Mantha, who fits in very nicely with this group and is playing high-level hockey.—
Josh Yohe,
New York Times,
10 Nov. 2025
Adjective
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Calf & Pony Hair The sleek, tactile surface of pony hair adds a bold edge to any accessory, creating a striking contrast in bags, hats, and footwear.—
Cortne Bonilla,
Vogue,
9 Nov. 2025
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Simone’s performance is mesmerizing—bold, vulnerable, and transformative.—
Andreas Wiseman,
Deadline,
9 Nov. 2025
Adjective
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This retired firefighter and bomb tech rose from the flames stronger, sassier, and ready to find a spark that lasts.—
Jason Pham,
StyleCaster,
5 Nov. 2025
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Fanning, too, is quirky and broadly likable and very much at home as a sassy sci-fi lead, even when working from an overly cute script.—
Damon Wise,
Deadline,
4 Nov. 2025
Adjective
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Another dessert recipe that incorporates a saucy cranberry mixture, this cake jazzes up a classic with orange buttercream and cranberry filling.—
Alana Al-Hatlani,
Southern Living,
10 Nov. 2025
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The wings get crispy and are tossed in the Meyer lemon harissa sauce, which adds crunch, tenderness and saucy goodness.—
Sabrina Weiss,
PEOPLE,
29 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Gemma reluctantly agrees to rebuild her impudent robot in a new body, and the sequel ends with an explosive showdown between Amelia and M3GAN, who nearly dies in a noble attempt to save Gemma and her niece, Cady (Violet McGraw).—
Patrick Ryan,
USA Today,
29 June 2025
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Fortunately, Snow White’s newfound enlightenment does not deny her the possibility of romance, although princes are now strictly off-limits; her love interest here is a fetchingly impudent bandit, Jonathan (Andrew Burnap), who is leading a scrappy rebellion against the Evil Queen.—
Justin Chang,
The New Yorker,
22 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Thailand accused Cambodia of laying fresh landmines following the removal of a barbed wire fence, which was discovered on November 9.—
Helen Regan,
CNN Money,
11 Nov. 2025
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The streamer has announced a series order for A Different World, a fresh sequel to the beloved 1990s sitcom that helped define a generation of Black television.—
Okla Jones,
Essence,
11 Nov. 2025
Adjective
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The brazen, silly grandeur of the piece was astounding.—
David Denby,
New Yorker,
10 Nov. 2025
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This year’s harvest season has also seen some of the most brazen violence in recent years.—
Zeena Saifi,
CNN Money,
7 Nov. 2025
Adjective
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But his subtle brush-off of Collins is a sign of the cocky and brash kid already beginning to emerge — the same one who could cut down people down to size on his way to redefining himself and jolting both the New York folk scene and the world of pop at large.—
David Browne,
Rolling Stone,
26 Oct. 2025
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Don’t come on too hard or cocky; give practical reasons that showcase how your experience will benefit the company.—
Lisa Stardust,
PEOPLE,
21 Oct. 2025
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“Cheeky.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cheeky. Accessed 14 Nov. 2025.
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