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as in prank
a playful or mischievous act intended as a joke we indulgently listened to the senior citizens share memories of long-ago frolics
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as in spree
a time or instance of carefree fun took the long weekend as a three-day frolic and spent it at the beach
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as in relaxation
activity engaged in to amuse oneself firmly believes that childhood should be a time of carefree frolic
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as in joyful
joyously unrestrained the frolic atmosphere that envelops New Orleans during Mardi Gras
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as in to cavort
to play and run about happily scores of swimmers were frolicking in the ocean surf along the beach
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as in to play
to engage in activity for amusement he would rather frolic than do yard work any day of the week
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Recent Examples of frolic
Hannah Dailey, Billboard, 13 Oct. 2025 Tim Plough’s day started next to the Pacific Ocean, watching young sons Jackson, Camden and Bodie frolic in the sand and surf at Pismo Beach. —Joe Davidson, Sacbee.com, 5 Oct. 2025
Cnt Editors, Condé Nast Traveler, 3 Sep. 2024 Parent heaven: a place to hang out under shade trees while the little ones frolic. —Sarah Shemkus, BostonGlobe.com, 21 June 2023
Scott Hocker, TheWeek, 26 Mar. 2026 At the 70-acre urban green space, check out the seasonal flowers, soak up the sunshine and let your youngsters frolic on the Children’s Playground, which is open from dawn until dusk daily. —Josh Kelly, Oklahoman, 19 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for frolic
Noun
The group watches as a sock puppet opens up a lemonade stand for business and frolics around a lemon farm before Tomlinson dives into a swimming pool. —Hannah Dailey, Billboard, 13 Oct. 2025 Tim Plough’s day started next to the Pacific Ocean, watching young sons Jackson, Camden and Bodie frolic in the sand and surf at Pismo Beach. —Joe Davidson, Sacbee.com, 5 Oct. 2025
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Pods of porpoises frolic, and a playful minke whale shimmers in the afternoon sun. —Cnt Editors, Condé Nast Traveler, 3 Sep. 2024 Parent heaven: a place to hang out under shade trees while the little ones frolic. —Sarah Shemkus, BostonGlobe.com, 21 June 2023
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That means frolicking, after a quick blanching, in a butter bath loaded with chives and mint. —Scott Hocker, TheWeek, 26 Mar. 2026 At the 70-acre urban green space, check out the seasonal flowers, soak up the sunshine and let your youngsters frolic on the Children’s Playground, which is open from dawn until dusk daily. —Josh Kelly, Oklahoman, 19 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for frolic
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However, Wyle didn’t let the prank get in the way of his professionalism.— Raven Brunner, PEOPLE, 15 Apr. 2026
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And compared to some of Fleury’s past pranks on teammates, a few misplaced letters on a nameplate would be relatively light.— Jess Myers, Twin Cities, 15 Apr. 2026
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Lilly has been on a deal-making spree this year, announcing several acquisitions like sleep disorder drug developer Centessa Pharmaceuticals and cell therapy company Orna Therapeutics.— Angelica Peebles, CNBC, 20 Apr. 2026
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The suspect in the DeKalb County shooting spree and the man authorities say provided him the handgun are now both facing federal charges.— Dan Raby, CBS News, 17 Apr. 2026
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The Spa The 7,000-square-foot spa has seven treatment rooms and seven private relaxation spaces and is indulgent in every sense.— Karla Walsh, Travel + Leisure, 19 Apr. 2026
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The Deep Sleep Superblend of lavender, chamomile and vetivert relieves stress, supporting relaxation and promoting restful sleep.— ABC News, ABC News, 18 Apr. 2026
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Led by Wendy Haddock, an artist and movement educator with over 30 years of teaching experience, this joyful class encourages creativity, confidence, and well-being through movement.— Kris Slugg, San Diego Union-Tribune, 16 Apr. 2026
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The Moon conjoins mischievous Mercury in your 5th House of Celebration, which invites you to engage in joyful self-expression.— Tarot.com, Chicago Tribune, 15 Apr. 2026
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All along the far side of the canyon, a cluster of dots began to wink on, like fireflies cavorting in a field.— New York Times, New York Times, 16 Mar. 2026
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From Babygirl to Vladimir to Bridget Jones 4, women cavorting with much younger men are all over our screens.— Meg Walters, Glamour, 12 Mar. 2026
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The latter argument in this play is made by a local realtor, Elliot Emerson, played by Richard Thomas in a self-aware bit of casting within director Kenny Leon’s Broadway production by Manhattan Theatre Club.— Chris Jones, Chicago Tribune, 22 Apr. 2026
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The latter argument in this play is made by a local realtor, Elliot Emerson, played by Richard Thomas in a self-aware bit of casting within Kenny Leon’s Broadway production at Manhattan Theatre Club.— Chris Jones, New York Daily News, 22 Apr. 2026
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Thank you for showing us planet Earth again, and thank you for contributing to the greatest adventure in human history.— William Harwood, CBS News, 12 Apr. 2026
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Faye Travel Insurance Learn More Policy highlights Faye has one single-trip plan with optional add-ons for pet care, adventure sports and damage to vacation rentals.— Liz Knueven,Ryley Amond, CNBC, 11 Apr. 2026
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Senior attackman Enzo Serio continued his epic season, too, scoring a hat trick as the Eagles remained perfect (8-0) with a convincing 8-2 romp of archrival Xaverian at home.— Brendan Connelly, Boston Herald, 17 Apr. 2026
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The Perrotta novel is a wisecracking romp; the film adaptation is transcendent.— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 13 Apr. 2026
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“Frolic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.grautoblog.com/thesaurus/frolic. Accessed 23 Apr. 2026.
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