as in wise
displaying or marked by rude boldness
a cheeky comment about something that was none of her business
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Recent Examples of cheeky
But the movie never busts out of its tame, slightly cheeky straitjacket, and the smoothness of its execution can be a bit cozy at times.
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Will Leitch, Vulture, 3 Mar. 2025
The actress later shared a video of the moment on her Instagram grid alongside a cheeky caption.
—Jen Juneau, People.com, 3 Mar. 2025
There are, notably, no skits or cheeky elements though.
—Armon Sadler, VIBE.com, 1 Apr. 2025
And while fans love their cheeky banter on Live with Kelly and Mark, even more hilarious are the thirsty comments Kelly often sends in her hubby's direction.
—Andrea Wurzburger, People.com, 30 Mar. 2025
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Will Leitch, Vulture, 3 Mar. 2025
The actress later shared a video of the moment on her Instagram grid alongside a cheeky caption.
—Jen Juneau, People.com, 3 Mar. 2025
There are, notably, no skits or cheeky elements though.
—Armon Sadler, VIBE.com, 1 Apr. 2025
And while fans love their cheeky banter on Live with Kelly and Mark, even more hilarious are the thirsty comments Kelly often sends in her hubby's direction.
—Andrea Wurzburger, People.com, 30 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for cheeky
Adjective
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Word to the wise: the end credits are more like a Marvel movie as they are interrupted by a longish extra scene that includes a special cast member, blues legend Buddy Guy, plus yet another musical number at the end of credits.—
Pete Hammond,
Deadline,
10 Apr. 2025
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Consulting with a financial advisor experienced in bear markets may also be wise.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
8 Apr. 2025
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From bold predictions about who's walking out with championship gold to sit-downs with WWE superstars on the verge of history, this preshow is serving as your all-access pass into the chaos, glory, and drama that makes WrestleMania the biggest spectacle in sports entertainment.—
Nicholas Creel,
MSNBC Newsweek,
19 Apr. 2025
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Also, the Fed must be free to move quickly to deploy bold strategies, such as its bond-buying campaign during the 2008 financial crisis and emergency lending measures during the COVID-19 recession of 2020, Conti-Brown said.—
Paul Davidson,
USA Today,
19 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Her hair had a new do, short and sassy, instead of her shoulder-length bob.—
Grethel Aguila,
Miami Herald,
5 Apr. 2025
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The sassy semi-homemade dressing (featuring Italian dressing, balsamic, honey, and crushed red pepper flakes), the tender sautéed chicken, and the enticing combination of colorful vegetables really help this supper shine.—
Karla Walsh,
Better Homes & Gardens,
19 Mar. 2025
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Working with Dolce & Gabbana and styled by Ronnie Hart, Tyla chose a look that felt retro (in a saucy Y2K way), yet fresh.—
Christian Allaire,
Vogue,
13 Apr. 2025
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Meaning: Don’t serve saucy chicken wings at a party with an all-white dress code, or a steak that needs to be cut if not everyone can sit down at a dining table.—
Nhu Khue Ngo,
Forbes.com,
8 Apr. 2025
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One chord appears to speak to the other, sounding almost impudent in their simplicity, equal parts ecstatic and heartbreakingly melancholic.—
Sam Davies,
Rolling Stone,
10 Mar. 2025
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In short, Moscow sees Montenegro as both strategically valuable and an impudent upstart that has thumbed its nose at the Russian bear while genuflecting before NATO and Washington.—
Edward P. Joseph,
Foreign Affairs,
22 Dec. 2016
Adjective
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But the losses do suggest Democrats must dig harder for fresh faces and new ideas n their party’s campaign hierarchy.—
Amie Parnes,
The Hill,
14 Apr. 2025
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Like them, Eugene was given more depth and significance in the TV adaptation, providing fresh emotional stakes for longtime fans and newcomers alike.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
14 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Again, an astute grader would undoubtedly catch your brazen attempt and ding you points accordingly.—
Lance Eliot,
Forbes.com,
8 Apr. 2025
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The boisterous comedian lights up the stage with sly wit and brazen confidence, conveying Moss’ righteous fury over being bottom of the office food chain.—
Patrick Ryan,
USA Today,
1 Apr. 2025
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Isa Briones, who plays the cocky intern Dr. Trinity Santos, remembers Wyle’s note as a kind of challenge.—
Adam B. Vary,
Variety,
9 Apr. 2025
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Reprising the role of the cocky Naval aviator required the bravery of a real fighter pilot.—
Tony Maglio,
HollywoodReporter,
2 Apr. 2025
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“Cheeky.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cheeky. Accessed 25 Apr. 2025.
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