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as in pranks
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 sprees
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 dances
to play and run about happily
scores of swimmers were frolicking in the ocean surf along the beach
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as in plays
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 frolics
Roxanne Robinson, Forbes.com, 2 Sep. 2025
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
Recent Examples of Synonyms for frolics
Noun
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Videos have gone viral on TikTok and social media showing people spraying the foul odor in their cars, homes and elevators as pranks.—
Minyvonne Burke,
NBC news,
23 Sep. 2025
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The team performed several stunts and pranks on air, with one resulting in an $8,000 loss in advertising.—
Sophie Hanson,
StyleCaster,
18 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Maybe the economy is just right-sizing, with companies returning to more normal employee head-counts after recent hiring sprees.—
Amy Lindgren,
Twin Cities,
20 Sep. 2025
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James was famous for his bank robbery sprees, including one that led to a $10,000 reward for his capture.—
Scott Lafee,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
16 Sep. 2025
Verb
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The flame also dances back and forth for an even more convincing look.—
Stephanie Osmanski,
Better Homes & Gardens,
25 Sep. 2025
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For the song’s visuals, the two stand above the empty swimming pool as a woman dances at the center.—
Jeff Ihaza,
Rolling Stone,
23 Sep. 2025
Verb
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In the show, Addison Rae plays one of Gein's victims — Evelyn Hartley, a bright, small-town babysitter whose mysterious disappearance becomes a key thread in the series.—
Samantha Stutsman,
PEOPLE,
7 Oct. 2025
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The designer has made the space feel like home down to the finishing touches such as the custom doorbell that plays a message from Beckham.—
Hikmat Mohammed,
Footwear News,
7 Oct. 2025
Noun
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The pedals are large and the handlebars are easy to grip, plus durable tires with rugged treads are perfect for off-road adventures.—
Nora Colomer
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FOXNews.com,
7 Oct. 2025
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Looking ahead to all of the tomorrows, all the adventures, the laughs, and all of the love.—
Erin Clack,
PEOPLE,
7 Oct. 2025
Noun
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From lush historical tales to rom-com romps, there's something for everyone in our favorite summer 2025 romance novels.—
EW.com,
EW.com,
28 Aug. 2025
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For those seeking out big adventures, zesty romps in nature that will test your mettle, look no further than Eleven’s hut-to-hut multi-day hiking journey.—
Wendy Altschuler,
Forbes.com,
16 Aug. 2025
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In a bold and humorous nod to one of the most famous moments of his career, the NBA icon has announced his decision to partner with Hennessy as his go-to spirits brand, unveiling the partnership in a commercial that playfully recreates the tone and style of his 2010 ESPN special, The Decision.—
Preezy Brown,
VIBE.com,
7 Oct. 2025
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The Woody Belt authentically recreates Woody’s iconic buckle in leather with gold-brass studding and laser-etched Saddleman pose.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
29 Sep. 2025
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The festival featured 185 films from 66 countries this year, drawing 208,111 attendees across online screenings and in-person cinema experiences in Jakarta.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
5 Oct. 2025
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While Method acting has performers immerse themselves in a role by drawing from their own experiences and emotions for a more authentic portrayal, some even stay in character off-set.—
Glenn Garner,
Deadline,
5 Oct. 2025
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“Frolics.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/frolics. Accessed 9 Oct. 2025.
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