PRACTICAL JOKERS Synonyms: 35 Similar Words

practical jokers

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plural of practical joker

as in knockabouts

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teasers

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Though the Gallaghers weren’t on hand at the film’s press conference earlier on Saturday to field questions, the band has posted several cryptic teasers on Instagram that have sent fans into detective mode.

— Ellise Shafer, Variety, 5 Sep. 2026
The campaign included three viral teasers but no full trailer.

— Jill Goldsmith, Deadline, 30 Aug. 2026

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