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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.
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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.
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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.
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Jim Ryan,
Forbes,
11 Oct. 2021
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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.
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Los Angeles Times,
15 Sep. 2022
Rodrigo won three in total, actually, including best new artist, capping off a rollicking 15-month stretch.
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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
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The energetic Ecuadoran team, bolstered by a goal and a raucous crowd, has been given new life in this game.
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The game’s meaninglessness didn’t matter to the raucous sellout crowd that packed SoFi Stadium.
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The high-quality dress can be worn all summer long, in playful hues like white and green.
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Beaded sandals, in particular, strike a balance between statement-making and approachable, offering the same playful energy as the season’s beaded jewelry and bags without requiring a complete wardrobe overhaul.
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Emerging neuroscience suggests that silence does more than create relaxation.
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Phil Schiller As for what's next, Schiller says some rest and relaxation.
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Ella Bruccoleri may be playing a Bennet sister on TV, but the actress wasn’t always a fan of Jane Austen.
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According to court documents, Zimmerman was playing golf at the hotel's course throughout the day with friends.
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Cape Verde's been leading the offense, with several opportunities dancing around the Saudi net, but without precision.
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Attendees donning only red and white were the happiest in the park, dancing along to the DJ’s half-time playlist.
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Now, Tickle Me Elmo Giggle Max brings back the fun of the original Tickle Me Elmo, but with a bigger size and more ways to activate Elmo's boisterous laughter.
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Some use to it describe the most boisterous group of antagonistic influencers.
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Tinky Winky, the purple Teletubby who was ensnared in controversy in 1999 when televangelist Jerry Falwell accused it of being gay (and yet rumors still linger on…), led moves with Dipsy, Laa-Laa and Po all joining in on the fun.
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The Orange Walk put on by devotees of the Netherlands national team — and more than a few locals joining in for fun — was a party from start to finish, and everyone was involved.
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Serving trays for entertaining over $50 This classy Mother of Pearl serving tray is made to order with custom sizing and trim.
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From neighborhood potlucks to fireworks watch parties, Sam's Club is rolling out plenty of festive finds to help make Fourth of July entertaining easier and more fun.
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“Rollicking.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rollicking. Accessed 27 Jun. 2026.
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