as in prank
a playful or mischievous act intended as a joke
their escapades at the prep school became the stuff of boarding-school legend
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Recent Examples of escapade
Parachute-skiing isn't the last escapade on the list.
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Kelli Bender, People.com, 4 Mar. 2025
The general public might lose interest, turning the entire escapade into a fleeting viral curiosity.
—Dave Birnbaum, Forbes, 27 Feb. 2025
In the book’s strongest moments, Eden gestures toward the political significance of her culinary escapades abroad.
—The New Yorker, 24 Feb. 2025
To some city residents, the aggravating escapades became a symbol of selfishness in the social media era.
—Mike Baker, New York Times, 24 Dec. 2024
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Kelli Bender, People.com, 4 Mar. 2025
The general public might lose interest, turning the entire escapade into a fleeting viral curiosity.
—Dave Birnbaum, Forbes, 27 Feb. 2025
In the book’s strongest moments, Eden gestures toward the political significance of her culinary escapades abroad.
—The New Yorker, 24 Feb. 2025
To some city residents, the aggravating escapades became a symbol of selfishness in the social media era.
—Mike Baker, New York Times, 24 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for escapade
Noun
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Joe Berton, the man whom Sports Illustrated photographed to depict a fictional Mets mega-prospect in an instant-classic April Fools Day story, visited Citi Field on Tuesday in recognition of the prank’s 40th anniversary.—
Peter Sblendorio,
New York Daily News,
8 Apr. 2025
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Manager Emma Hayes was, at least in the moment, less impressed with the prank.—
Jamie Barton,
CNN Money,
6 Apr. 2025
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What follows in the eight-part series is equal parts humor and heartbreak, as Molly pursues comical dating adventures while grappling with her declining health.—
Lynsey Eidell,
People.com,
4 Apr. 2025
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The club outing was just one of many adventures on their respective trips.—
Kaitlin Menza,
New York Times,
4 Apr. 2025
Noun
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What Dangerous or Tricky People Might Do Ruda says kids should recognize common tricks that dangerous or tricky person might use to catch them off guard.—
Sherri Gordon,
Parents,
31 Mar. 2025
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If not, there will be a new game released tomorrow with another chance to guess the categories, and Newsweek will be back with more tips and tricks to help you along!—
Ron Estes,
MSNBC Newsweek,
31 Mar. 2025
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With annual trading volumes now reportedly exceeding $3 trillion, Xia sees AI integration as the next frontier for cryptocurrency exchanges in 2025, potentially redefining trading experiences for both newcomers and experienced traders.—
Sean Lee,
Forbes.com,
4 Apr. 2025
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About Athena Elite Sports: With over 20 years of experience in youth programming, Athena prepares students for the all-important transition from high school to college through programs and activities that inspire academic and sporting development, personal growth and cultural understanding.—
Sportico Staff,
Sportico.com,
3 Apr. 2025
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“Escapade.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/escapade. Accessed 15 Apr. 2025.
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