1
as in playfulness
a natural disposition for playful behavior
a delightful young woman whose espièglerie and sophisticated wit make her a favorite party guest
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as in mischief
playful, reckless behavior that is not intended to cause serious harm
a femme fatale with a penchant for sophisticated espièglerie that men found irresistible
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Noun
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Charged with assault and criminal mischief, Altunaga was freed on supervised release at the request of a prosecutor, the newspaper reported.—
Ray Sanchez,
CNN Money,
19 July 2025 -
He was charged with criminal mischief and was being held on $500 bond, said Constable Mark Herman.—
Louis Casiano , Brooke Taylor,
FOXNews.com,
11 July 2025
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There are plenty of restaurants nearby, but guests would be remiss not to take advantage of the outdoor grill and slick open-plan kitchen with a gas hob, tea station, barnyard sink, and long marble counter lined with six black bar stools.—
Mary Holland,
Robb Report,
10 July 2025
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Just a husband, a wife, and a kitchen so small it was forced to run on a four-ring hob.—
Lela London,
Forbes.com,
12 May 2025
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“Espièglerie.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/espi%C3%A8glerie. Accessed 24 Jul. 2025.
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