Thesaurus results for PRANKS

pranks

noun

plural of prank

as in tricks

a playful or mischievous act intended as a joke as a prank, several students managed to change all the classroom clocks to different times

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Recent Examples of pranks Or pulling pranks on their teammates. —

Hailey Salvian, New York Times, 16 June 2026 The ghostly character doesn't have a particularly significant role in the story, but is a constant nuisance in the tapestry of Hogwarts with antics that include throwing things, making messes, pulling pranks, and generally causing mischief that enrages caretaker Argus Filch. —

Shania Russell, Entertainment Weekly, 15 June 2026 Senior pranks Senior pranks had long been a rite of passage at Newark, Leggett said. —

Rebecca Johnson, Chicago Tribune, 13 June 2026 In Lebanon, a look-alike delivery driver posts satirical videos and pranks unsuspecting residents, showing the fear Adraee inspires. —

Melanie Lidman, Los Angeles Times, 9 June 2026 In Lebanon, a look-alike delivery driver posts satirical videos and pranks unsuspecting residents, showing the fear Adraee inspires. —

ABC News, 8 June 2026 Jokes and pranks and magic tricks. —

Alex Gurley, PEOPLE, 3 June 2026 The festival is rooted in the story of Lord Krishna, the reincarnation of Lord Vishnu, who is said to have played pranks by splashing maids with water and colors. —

Hanna Wickes, Sacbee.com, 2 June 2026 It is rooted in the story of Lord Krishna, a reincarnation of Lord Vishnu, who played pranks splashing maids with water and colors. —

Hanna Wickes, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 2 June 2026

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Yamal’s flicks and tricks in his 45-minute appearance were almost enough to make memories for life, while Oyarzabal should have completed his hat-trick (both players would be substituted at the break).

— Ben Church, CNN Money, 22 June 2026
Vinícius Júnior’s extensive and varied skill set includes blinding speed, dazzling dribbling tricks, and the ability to effortlessly slip past defenders.

— Tushaar Kuthiala, Encyclopedia Britannica, 22 June 2026