as in relaxation
activity engaged in to amuse oneself
a night of frolicking by three soldiers just before they are sent to the war zone
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as in dancing
to play and run about happily
scores of swimmers were frolicking in the ocean surf along the beach
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as in playing
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 frolicking
Ashley Hume, FOXNews.com, 22 Aug. 2025
Suicune and several other Pokémon frolicking in a picturesque stream in key artwork for Pokémon TCG Pocket's Secluded Springs expansion.
—Oliver Brandt, MSNBC Newsweek, 22 Aug. 2025
At the story’s beginning, Sonja is living a contented life, frolicking in the forest with her loyal pet horse and co-existing peacefully with a variety of CGI prehistoric creatures.
—Frank Scheck, HollywoodReporter, 13 Aug. 2025
Clearly, no one’s frolicking on the beach.
—Literary Hub, 11 Aug. 2025
Besides one of my life’s most unforgettable surfing experiences on the private wave beyond, Nihiwatu Beach—stretching along one of T+L World’s Best Hotels, Nihi Sumba—is iconic for its band of horses that run freely atop its sands, frolicking, rolling, and splashing in the water each afternoon.
—Kathryn Romeyn, Travel + Leisure, 4 Aug. 2025
Aww, ANYmal looks so happy frolicking on the beach!
—Evan Ackermanerico Guizzo, IEEE Spectrum, 22 Sep. 2017
Verb
On Thursday, the 40-year-old pop star was spotted taking a dip in the ocean and frolicking on the beach in Miami, Florida.
—Ashley Hume, FOXNews.com, 22 Aug. 2025
Suicune and several other Pokémon frolicking in a picturesque stream in key artwork for Pokémon TCG Pocket's Secluded Springs expansion.
—Oliver Brandt, MSNBC Newsweek, 22 Aug. 2025
At the story’s beginning, Sonja is living a contented life, frolicking in the forest with her loyal pet horse and co-existing peacefully with a variety of CGI prehistoric creatures.
—Frank Scheck, HollywoodReporter, 13 Aug. 2025
Clearly, no one’s frolicking on the beach.
—Literary Hub, 11 Aug. 2025
Besides one of my life’s most unforgettable surfing experiences on the private wave beyond, Nihiwatu Beach—stretching along one of T+L World’s Best Hotels, Nihi Sumba—is iconic for its band of horses that run freely atop its sands, frolicking, rolling, and splashing in the water each afternoon.
—Kathryn Romeyn, Travel + Leisure, 4 Aug. 2025
Aww, ANYmal looks so happy frolicking on the beach!
—Evan Ackermanerico Guizzo, IEEE Spectrum, 22 Sep. 2017
Recent Examples of Synonyms for frolicking
Noun
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In this state, the nervous system’s fight-or-flight response takes priority, inhibiting relaxation, pleasure and trust, which make for the key ingredients of romantic connection.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
9 Sep. 2025
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For the average person, being massaged in a public space, as part of a competition, might be a relaxation-proof challenge.—
Sarah Larson,
New Yorker,
8 Sep. 2025
Verb
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During their first night out together, the couple ducks into a Spanish nightclub, drinking under a smear of colored lights and then dancing.—
Alison Willmore,
Vulture,
5 Sep. 2025
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As a guy who is simply not built for summer (sweaty, burns easily, refuses to wear shorts), the turning of the calendar to September adds a little lead to my tread, with visions of cider and sweaters dancing in my head.—
James Folta,
Literary Hub,
5 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Though his interests were that of a pretty typical child — computing and gaming, playing the saxophone, enjoying soccer and time with his pets — he was also known for his acts of kindness and generosity.—
Lauren Costantino
September 6,
Miami Herald,
6 Sep. 2025
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The Chiefs also were playing without rookie wide receiver Jalen Royals, who is recovering from an injury.—
Blair Kerkhoff,
Kansas City Star,
6 Sep. 2025
Noun
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If metallic bronze isn’t your aesthetic, the pumpkins come in a whopping 24 colors, including autumnal neutrals like classic orange and white, as well as fun bubblegum pink and aqua blue shades.—
Mariana Best,
Better Homes & Gardens,
5 Sep. 2025
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With music, dancing, and a touch of retro flair, this is an evening designed for pure fun and maybe a little luck at the tables.—
Tiffani Jackson Skinner,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
5 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Contreras tagged Randy Rodriguez’s hanging slider in the bottom of the ninth, cavorting around the bases while his teammates spilled out of the home dugout.—
Andrew Baggarly,
New York Times,
23 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Austin said their programming is being adapted to work outside of school at recreation centers, churches and community events.—
Cameron Knight,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
4 Sep. 2025
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Museumgoers are greeted by several recreations of wooden boats used by Native Americans.—
BrieAnna J. Frank,
USA Today,
4 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Cameras captured a heartwarming scene of a father and son leaping into the air, screaming and hugging each other in disbelief and joy, as McIlroy's ball dropped into the cup.—
Devlina Sarkar,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 Sep. 2025
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The fugitive runs for it, crashing through clotheslines made of jump ropes, crashing on the floor several times, climbing the bike racks and leaping over the wall to his secret sanctuary.—
Brian Truitt,
USA Today,
7 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Thirty-four states have some form of admissions or amusement tax generally running from 3% to 10%.—
Malachi Barrett,
Freep.com,
5 Sep. 2025
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Viewers on Instagram were quick to share their amusement at Tini's morning routine, and their delight at her close relationship with her owner's partner.—
Melissa Fleur Afshar,
MSNBC Newsweek,
3 Sep. 2025
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“Frolicking.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/frolicking. Accessed 11 Sep. 2025.
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