as in playfulness
a natural disposition for playful behavior
I find my business partner's sportfulness charming, but I worry that it might lead clients to view him as unprofessional
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From artwork and textiles to throw pillows and statues, there are endless ways to incorporate the natural playfulness and charm animals offer.—
Cori Sears,
Better Homes & Gardens,
10 Mar. 2026 -
The hotel-crisp percale is made even more dignified with a thick blue stripe around its border, giving a plain white duvet insert a sense of playfulness and occasion.—
Julia Harrison,
Architectural Digest,
9 Mar. 2026
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Mack is also facing charges of tampering with physical evidence and criminal mischief.—
Christa Swanson,
CBS News,
10 Mar. 2026
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Small but fiery, this teensy design perches perfectly on her shoulder, balancing a hint of mischief with a touch of sweetness.—
Calin Van Paris,
InStyle,
9 Mar. 2026
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“Sportfulness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sportfulness. Accessed 16 Mar. 2026.
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