waggeries

noun

plural of waggery
1
as in jokes
something said or done to cause laughter Will Rogers' homespun waggeries struck a chord with audiences during the Great Depression

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2
as in pranks
a playful or mischievous act intended as a joke her innocent little waggeries usually involved whoopee cushions or fake snakes in cans

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for waggeries
  1. jokes
  2. pranks
  3. laughs
  4. experiences
  5. practical jokes
  6. tricks
  7. adventures
Noun
  • Modi’s gestures, pauses and mannerisms have been turned into viral edits that turn his own words into political jokes.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 25 July 2026
  • Even the president’s jokes about his bad jokes fell flat, and he was widely ridiculed for the comedy routine afterward.
    — Brian Stelter, CNN Money, 25 July 2026
Definition of jokes
Noun
  • Business Insider also found videos of creators using the glasses to film offensive pranks or asking women out at gyms.
    — Jibin Joseph, PC Magazine, 24 July 2026
  • 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
Definition of pranks
Noun
  • Us Weekly reported the couples were all smiles, laughs, and chats.
    — Christina Perrier, InStyle, 18 July 2026
  • There are genuine laughs sprinkled in but too many elements land with a thud — including an excessive amount of comedic gore that grows tiresome and a mailman/narrator gag that just isn’t funny.
    — Randy Myers, Mercury News, 9 July 2026
Definition of laughs
Noun
  • 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
Definition of experiences
Noun
  • 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
Noun
  • 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
Definition of tricks
Noun
  • Go Back in Time Start your cultural adventures at the National Museum of Iceland.
    — Carolyn Heller, Forbes.com, 23 July 2026
  • Then, after Erica has a peevish moment with Scotty, the gang hears about the landing party’s prehistoric adventures over drinks.
    — Keith Phipps, Vulture, 23 July 2026
Definition of adventures
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