Thesaurus results for ROGUERIES

rogueries

noun

plural of roguery

as in pranks

a playful or mischievous act intended as a joke those adolescent rogueries that seemed funny at the time—but only stupid when considered in hindsight

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However, officers warned the trend could spread and encouraged residents to remain vigilant as similar pranks become more common during the summer months.

— Jordan Greene, PEOPLE, 15 July 2026
Police used the incident to warn the public that pranks involving Orbeez guns, airsoft guns, or other toy firearms can provoke dangerous reactions and lead to criminal charges.

— Ana Maria Soler, CBS News, 26 June 2026

Definition of pranks

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The stage can accommodate all types of productions, from film and television to commercials, music videos, livestreams and immersive experiences, among others.

— Savannah Sicurella, AJC.com, 22 July 2026
Disability spans every age, race, culture and socioeconomic background, and investment in accessibility and inclusive programming tends to ripple outward, improving experiences for older adults, veterans, families and caregivers along the way.

— Keely Cat-Wells, Forbes.com, 22 July 2026

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After appearing on the spring-summer 2026 runways at Khaite, Tory Burch, and Altuzarra, this season’s reboot is all about modern silhouettes and fresh styling tricks that make the print feel exciting again.

— Kristina Rutkowski, Vogue, 21 July 2026
That doesn’t just mean placing an emphasis on storytelling — there are only so many tricks in the world, so most magicians figure out fast that the narrative is what matters — but as a two-way exploration of empathy.

— Chris Jones, Chicago Tribune, 20 July 2026

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Unfortunately, their disdain for practical jokes has not stopped Clooney from roping them into his antics.

— Shania Russell, Entertainment Weekly, 15 July 2026
Sabrina the Teenage Witch, which ran from 1996 to 2003, was known for its hijinks, practical jokes and special effects, and, of course, magic.

— Meredith Wilshere, PEOPLE, 21 June 2026

Definition of practical jokes

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