espièglerie

noun

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1
as in sportfulness
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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2
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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“Espièglerie.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/espi%C3%A8glerie. Accessed 27 Jan. 2023.

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