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as in raucous
being rough or noisy in a high-spirited way
reunions with his friends from college were usually rollicking affairs
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as in playful
given to good-natured joking or teasing
a rollicking boy who quickly charms everyone he meets
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as in relaxation
activity engaged in to amuse oneself
likes to indulge in mindless rollicking after a day at work in order to relax
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as in playing
to engage in activity for amusement
an educator who realized that children need to rollick as well as to study and learn
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as in dancing
to play and run about happily
children rollicking during recess
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Recent Examples of rollicking
Los Angeles Times, 15 Sep. 2022
Rodrigo won three in total, actually, including best new artist, capping off a rollicking 15-month stretch.
—New York Times, 6 Apr. 2022
It’s a rollicking, joyful piece, and from the opening bars Miró played with a unity that was almost disorienting.
—Elizabeth Nonemaker, baltimoresun.com, 15 Nov. 2021
Ghost Hounds opened Saturday’s show with a rollicking 45 minute performance showcasing cuts from their latest studio album, September’s A Little Calamity.
—Jim Ryan, Forbes, 11 Oct. 2021
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Adjective
This might not be saying much, since the entire movie, a rollicking and ruminative look at the director’s childhood and teenage years, could hardly have been made by anyone else.
—Los Angeles Times, 15 Sep. 2022
Rodrigo won three in total, actually, including best new artist, capping off a rollicking 15-month stretch.
—New York Times, 6 Apr. 2022
It’s a rollicking, joyful piece, and from the opening bars Miró played with a unity that was almost disorienting.
—Elizabeth Nonemaker, baltimoresun.com, 15 Nov. 2021
Ghost Hounds opened Saturday’s show with a rollicking 45 minute performance showcasing cuts from their latest studio album, September’s A Little Calamity.
—Jim Ryan, Forbes, 11 Oct. 2021
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for rollicking
Adjective
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The top candidates in California’s wide-open race for governor took the stage Wednesday night in a Los Angeles debate that began politely but quickly devolved into another raucous clash.—
Seema Mehta,
Los Angeles Times,
7 May 2026
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The 3-year-old bay thoroughbred colt sent DeVaux and the rest of the owner’s box into a raucous affair as one can surely understand.—
Scott Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
6 May 2026
Adjective
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This is the kind of duo that could work for the office or dressy weddings alike; the addition of playful accessories helps keep the ensemble from looking too severe, which is perfect for dinner dates or a night at the theater.—
Jake Henry Smith,
Glamour,
4 May 2026
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Much of that playful approach is apparent visually through various uses of multimedia.—
David Opie,
IndieWire,
4 May 2026
Noun
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Naturally, trouble spoils the crew’s relaxation in the form of an ocean princess named Yura (Allegra Clark; Saoiri Onishi) on the run from baddies Zodon (Christopher Corey Smith; Koichi Domoto) and Djeese (Yuri Lowenthal; Koji Yusa).—
Beatrice Loayza,
Variety,
1 May 2026
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There’s even a yoga mat included with the property to channel the ultimate sense of rest and relaxation.—
Erika Owen,
Architectural Digest,
1 May 2026
Verb
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Thanks for playing — and share your scores in the comments!—
Mark Cooper,
New York Times,
7 May 2026
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Paul and Barlow spent several minutes in the second half playing in the frontcourt, giving Nurse options to switch seamlessly while playing small when other Sixers bigs dealt with foul trouble.—
Fiifi Frimpong,
New York Daily News,
7 May 2026
Verb
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Even in the midst of that sweltering Lagos day of thumping car music and raucous engines and the truck that honked at her for dancing too close, Miriam’s squeal stood out, a siren.—
‘Pemi Aguda,
Literary Hub,
6 May 2026
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As the beat dropped, the friends jumped into action — tossing pink flower petals, dancing and laughing before embracing at a glam station.—
Janine Henni,
PEOPLE,
5 May 2026
Adjective
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Known for his boisterous tone, wonky catchphrases and punny home run calls, Sterling, who was nominated to the National Baseball Hall of Fame, dealt with various health issues over the past few years.—
Gary Phillips,
New York Daily News,
4 May 2026
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The boisterous crowds during the sumo watch parties.—
Joe Nguyen,
Denver Post,
4 May 2026
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In other snaps Hough shared, she was seen wearing several different swimsuits while enjoying some fun under the sun.—
Ashley Hume,
FOXNews.com,
7 May 2026
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Stripes have been a recurring theme in some Milan collections and Tamburini’s take on the motif was eye-catching and fun.—
Julia Teti,
Footwear News,
7 May 2026
Verb
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For entertaining larger groups, pick up this six-person set that comes with a sofa, loveseat, and club chair, all complete with comfy cushions.—
Shea Simmons,
Southern Living,
27 Apr. 2026
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Additionally, some lawmakers are entertaining ridiculous tax incentives for companies.—
DP Opinion,
Denver Post,
25 Apr. 2026
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“Rollicking.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rollicking. Accessed 11 May. 2026.
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