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as in prank
a playful or mischievous act intended as a joke
we indulgently listened to the senior citizens share memories of long-ago frolics
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as in spree
a time or instance of carefree fun
took the long weekend as a three-day frolic and spent it at the beach
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as in relaxation
activity engaged in to amuse oneself
firmly believes that childhood should be a time of carefree frolic
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as in joyful
joyously unrestrained
the frolic atmosphere that envelops New Orleans during Mardi Gras
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as in to cavort
to play and run about happily
scores of swimmers were frolicking in the ocean surf along the beach
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as in to play
to engage in activity for amusement
he would rather frolic than do yard work any day of the week
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Recent Examples of frolic
Roxanne Robinson, Forbes.com, 2 Sep. 2025
Right frolics—forward, backward, sideways, in a spiral or a zigzag, going nowhere.
—Weike Wang, New Yorker, 31 July 2025
Cnt Editors, Condé Nast Traveler, 3 Sep. 2024
Parent heaven: a place to hang out under shade trees while the little ones frolic.
—Sarah Shemkus, BostonGlobe.com, 21 June 2023
Amanda Luberto, AZCentral.com, 11 Feb. 2026
The estate more or less promises an unlimited school yard for guests of all ages to frolic through and get all of their pent up energy out.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Feb. 2026
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Noun
With an almost modern-day Charlie Chaplin-esque physicality, Moss dances, contorts, and frolics amongst the shoes, their boxes, and fixtures in the store for a mesmerizing, can't-look-away effect.
—Roxanne Robinson, Forbes.com, 2 Sep. 2025
Right frolics—forward, backward, sideways, in a spiral or a zigzag, going nowhere.
—Weike Wang, New Yorker, 31 July 2025
Adjective
Pods of porpoises frolic, and a playful minke whale shimmers in the afternoon sun.
—Cnt Editors, Condé Nast Traveler, 3 Sep. 2024
Parent heaven: a place to hang out under shade trees while the little ones frolic.
—Sarah Shemkus, BostonGlobe.com, 21 June 2023
Verb
Two of Hollywood’s hottest stars, both in terms of fame and attractiveness, are frolicking in the English countryside, arguing in palatial mansions and hooking up passionately in the rain.
—Amanda Luberto, AZCentral.com, 11 Feb. 2026
The estate more or less promises an unlimited school yard for guests of all ages to frolic through and get all of their pent up energy out.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for frolic
Noun
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The family of a Hall County teacher killed in what investigators say was a prank gone wrong is asking authorities to drop charges against the teens involved.—
Jamal Goss,
CBS News,
10 Mar. 2026
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The longtime teacher knew the teens were coming to pull a prank on him and was waiting to catch them in the act, the family's statement said.—
Melina Khan,
USA Today,
10 Mar. 2026
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During the pandemic, Shvo snapped up the Transamerica Pyramid in San Francisco, the Raleigh Hotel in Miami Beach, and the Coca-Cola building at 711 Fifth Avenue, a $3 billion spree made possible with the backing of German pension fund BVK, the country’s largest public pension group.—
Kim Velsey,
Curbed,
9 Mar. 2026
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Desperate, the brothers resort to going on a bank-robbing spree, which becomes a game of cat and mouse as they are tracked by a pair of Texas rangers (Jeff Bridges and Gil Birmingham).—
Sezin Devi Keohler,
Entertainment Weekly,
7 Mar. 2026
Noun
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But an agreement could include a relaxation on Americans' ability to travel to Havana.—
Francesca Chambers,
USA Today,
8 Mar. 2026
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The spa also features a sauna, steam room, and plunge pools in each locker room as well as a co-ed Champagne room for pre- or post-treatment relaxation.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
7 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Focus on learning things that excite you to keep the process joyful.—
Tarot.com,
New York Daily News,
6 Mar. 2026
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While the figure skater has become known for her carefree and joyful persona, she has suddenly been thrust into the spotlight, which has brought some unwelcome attention.—
Daysia Tolentino,
Entertainment Weekly,
5 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Andy Samberg cavorted on behalf of Hellmann’s mayonnaise, dressed as some sort of off-kilter Neil Diamond wanna-be.—
Brian Steinberg,
Variety,
9 Feb. 2026
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Gabriel Martinelli was next on the scene, then Jurrien Timber, who was followed by a jubilant William Saliba, cavorting like a hyperactive toddler.—
James McNicholas,
New York Times,
4 Feb. 2026
Verb
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The conception meant that the show would need multiple actors playing Scarpetta, with one as the lead of the series.—
Emily Zemler,
Los Angeles Times,
11 Mar. 2026
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Phillips also played a complete season in 2025 after seeing two separate significant injuries end his seasons in 2023 (Achilles) and 2024 (ACL).—
Alex Zietlow,
Charlotte Observer,
11 Mar. 2026
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After you're done chowing down, make for the Santa Monica Pier, where Route 66 finally runs out of road, and the Pacific Ocean rolls in—a fittingly cinematic finale to this all-American adventure.—
Zoey Goto,
Travel + Leisure,
8 Mar. 2026
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Guide Contacts Looking to mull over some options for a ski adventure in Europe?—
Sergei Poljak,
Outside,
7 Mar. 2026
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This is a fun romp through the animal kingdom through Mabel's eyes.—
Katie Grant,
Parents,
4 Mar. 2026
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Hugo has a big heart, loves long walks or a romp around the yard and sits like a perfect gentleman for yummy treats.—
Will Richmond,
The Providence Journal,
28 Feb. 2026
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“Frolic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/frolic. Accessed 13 Mar. 2026.
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