as in mischief
playful, reckless behavior that is not intended to cause serious harm
switching the entrance and exits signs in the school parking lot may seem like harmless rascality, if you're not the one involved in an accident
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Recent Examples of rascality
Still, the pure rascality in these extravagant self-inventions shouldn’t be overlooked.
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Adam Gopnik, New Yorker, 4 Aug. 2025
Naturally, such rascality didn't do overall fuel economy any favors; in fact, my average was just 20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km) over the course of 125 miles at the E 350's helm.
—Peter Nelson, Ars Technica, 18 Apr. 2024
Adam Gopnik, New Yorker, 4 Aug. 2025
Naturally, such rascality didn't do overall fuel economy any favors; in fact, my average was just 20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km) over the course of 125 miles at the E 350's helm.
—Peter Nelson, Ars Technica, 18 Apr. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for rascality
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Norton’s theory is that Wahlberg overindulged before his appearance to promote Broken City, leading to the actor creating mischief during the BBC recording and, at one point, falling asleep.—
Jake Kanter,
Deadline,
13 Oct. 2025
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The Houston police department confirmed their response to the scene to PEOPLE and said one suspect, Arturo Martinez, 20, was arrested and faces one charge of criminal mischief.—
Colson Thayer,
PEOPLE,
7 Oct. 2025
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Mustard and vinegar provide the devilment for a flavorful bite, particularly when topped with a scattering of scallions and paprika.—
SAVEUR Editors,
Saveur,
5 Feb. 2025
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But even if truffles are beyond your pay grade, there is plenty of enjoyment to be had in the sheer devilment portrayed in this informative and appetizing book.—
Eugenia Bone,
WSJ,
10 July 2019
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Featuring sensual stylings and formfitting silhouettes, Perry’s designs cater to a feminine sensibility with a mix of sensuality and contemporary playfulness.—
Julia Teti,
Footwear News,
17 Oct. 2025
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These acts of radical playfulness—the inflatable dance parties, the music, the absurdity—have become part of the city’s moral vocabulary.—
MSNBC Newsweek,
MSNBC Newsweek,
17 Oct. 2025
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“Rascality.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rascality. Accessed 19 Oct. 2025.
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