PRACTICAL JOKES Synonyms: 57 Similar Words

practical jokes

noun

plural of practical joke

as in pranks

a playful or mischievous act intended as a joke friends had left the risqué message on his voice mail as a practical joke

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Recent Examples of practical jokes To make their mission abroad bearable, the doctors, nurses, administrators and soldiers of the Korean War turned to humor, especially practical jokes. — Rachel Flynn, PEOPLE, 31 Aug. 2026 In order to make their kissing scenes even more awkward, the late Larry Hagman would play practical jokes on his Dallas costar Linda Gray. — Brianna Zigler, Entertainment Weekly, 3 Aug. 2026 Crews often found release in rowdiness, camaraderie, practical jokes, and the inevitable coping mechanisms of drink and drugs. — Richard Brody, New Yorker, 6 Apr. 2026 One of Hughes’ neighbors, Ty Talley, said the toilet paper prank was part of tradition in which North Hall students play practical jokes on teachers during prom season. — Charlotte Kramon, Chicago Tribune, 9 Mar. 2026 As trade envoy, Andrew became known for practical jokes and off-color remarks, which British diplomats had to tolerate because of his titles. — Helen Lewis, The Atlantic, 19 Feb. 2026

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Noun

Surely, Leslie Nielsen was serious about pulling pranks on the set of Airplane!

— Kathleen Perricone, Entertainment Weekly, 14 Oct. 2026
The Muskego Police Department is warning Muskego High School students about consequences of pranks causing damage after the department received over 20 complaints in less than two weeks.

— Alec Johnson, jsonline.com, 22 Sep. 2026

Definition of pranks

Noun

Since her 2019 debut, PURGE, which drew from her experiences in the New York and Berlin rave and punk scenes, Chen has been moving toward ever-sharper contrasts between caustic drones and close-mic’d croons.

— James Gui, Pitchfork, 4 Nov. 2026
Amenities and experiences On the spa menu, standard treatments such as Balinese and hot stone massages sit alongside mystical-sounding experiences such as the Pharaonic Rejuvenation and Royal Nile Ritual.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 4 Nov. 2026

Definition of experiences

Noun

The reality star shared photos from her tropical birthday getaway, featuring colorful sunsets, underwater adventures, and what appears to be a stay at the exclusive Amanpulo resort.

— Rachel Chang, Travel + Leisure, 29 Oct. 2026
In the book of remembrance, all moments, events, adventures, and experiences need to be expressed.

— Jennifer Rich, The Conversation, 28 Oct. 2026

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