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
Before sitting front row with fellow It girl Gabbriette Bechtel, Leon made a cheeky style statement in the revealing mesh floor-length skirt, which was covered in delicate floral embroidery and showed off her thong’s G-string on the side.
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Lara Walsh, InStyle, 9 Mar. 2026
Meanwhile, the Seattle Opera had a cheeky response, using the actor’s name as a promo code for its production of Carmen.
—Glenn Garner, Deadline, 7 Mar. 2026
These games were phenomenally designed, full of cheeky British wit and personality.
—Billie Bugara, Pitchfork, 7 Mar. 2026
The displays featured a photo of Musgraves with her back turned to the camera alongside a cheeky message.
—Ryan Brennan, Miami Herald, 6 Mar. 2026
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Lara Walsh, InStyle, 9 Mar. 2026
Meanwhile, the Seattle Opera had a cheeky response, using the actor’s name as a promo code for its production of Carmen.
—Glenn Garner, Deadline, 7 Mar. 2026
These games were phenomenally designed, full of cheeky British wit and personality.
—Billie Bugara, Pitchfork, 7 Mar. 2026
The displays featured a photo of Musgraves with her back turned to the camera alongside a cheeky message.
—Ryan Brennan, Miami Herald, 6 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for cheeky
Adjective
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Gardens of all sizes include water-wise, ornamental and edible plants, natives, succulents, views, chickens, canyons, orchards and more.—
Martina Schimitschek,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
7 Mar. 2026
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Chief among them is the late and especially great Dame Maggie Smith, who gave one of her most powerful and enduring performances as the prim and wise Violet Crawley.—
Declan Gallagher,
Entertainment Weekly,
7 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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The brand became known for its bold, architectural tailoring and outerwear, hand-produced by a team of women artisans.—
Lucy Maguire,
Vogue,
10 Mar. 2026
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While the main areas can be dramatic and flashy with the disco balls, string lights, and bold colors, the rooms are light and serene—the perfect places to unwind and fall blissfully asleep.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
10 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Both cats share a sassy, bold personality.—
Ryan Brennan
March 4,
Miami Herald,
4 Mar. 2026
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Both cats share a sassy and bold personality, show affection in similar ways, love dogs, are fascinated by water, dislike other cats and take a long time to warm up to people.—
Ryan Brennan
March 4,
Charlotte Observer,
4 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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That’s what happens with Netflix’s saucy eight-part adaptation of Julia May Jonas’ spicy novel, a sly one that’s intent on elbowing academia in a humorous way.—
Randy Myers,
Mercury News,
5 Mar. 2026
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In Moroccan home kitchens, Benlafquih notes pressure cookers or conventional pots are often used to prepare similar dishes, which may be referred to as marqa—named for their saucier outcome—or gamila, after the vessel, or by other regional terms.—
Bridget Shirvell,
Martha Stewart,
27 Feb. 2026
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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The backstory Under Canvas made a name for itself during the pandemic thanks to its ability to create upscale camping experiences that provided equal doses of fresh air and community during a time of social distancing.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
9 Mar. 2026
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Elder lawmakers in both parties have faced calls from younger members, either in service or age, to step aside and let fresh talent continue their work on Capitol Hill.—
Rachel Schilke,
The Washington Examiner,
9 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Her tenure will be remembered by her brazen corruption, the reckless exploitation of vulnerable families to advance a far-right agenda, and willingness to put the President's interests over those of the American people.—
Sara Tenenbaum,
CBS News,
5 Mar. 2026
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At the same time, Friedmann was brazen.—
James Verini,
New Yorker,
2 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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The final movement starts off with a timpani riff, which triggers a cocky dance that invokes Peterson’s high-speed fingers, shooting off at Road Runner pace.—
Justin Davidson,
Vulture,
3 Mar. 2026
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Bassel stands at the center of the frame, looking cocky and slightly bored, with his parents seated in front of him and his siblings on either side.—
Robert F. Worth,
The Atlantic,
6 Feb. 2026
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“Cheeky.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cheeky. Accessed 12 Mar. 2026.
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