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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
Christopher Robbins, Curbed, 15 Aug. 2024
Jean-Michel Cousteau Resort Savusavu, Fiji Immersed in lush tropical foliage and surrounded by unspoiled reefs where a spectacular assortment of colorful fish frolic, Jean-Michel Cousteau Resort in Fiji is a South Pacific paradise.
—Allison Tibaldi, USA TODAY, 13 Aug. 2024
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
Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 30 Nov. 2024
On my most recent trip, I was enchanted by the sight of elephants bathing and frolicking in the river.
—Travel + Leisure Editors, Travel + Leisure, 10 Oct. 2024
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Noun
All those dogs with no sanctioned place to bark and hump and frolic and fight.
—Christopher Robbins, Curbed, 15 Aug. 2024
Jean-Michel Cousteau Resort Savusavu, Fiji Immersed in lush tropical foliage and surrounded by unspoiled reefs where a spectacular assortment of colorful fish frolic, Jean-Michel Cousteau Resort in Fiji is a South Pacific paradise.
—Allison Tibaldi, USA TODAY, 13 Aug. 2024
Adjective
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
Verb
The two animals are seen frolicking together through a field in the clip.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 30 Nov. 2024
On my most recent trip, I was enchanted by the sight of elephants bathing and frolicking in the river.
—Travel + Leisure Editors, Travel + Leisure, 10 Oct. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for frolic
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Some prank culture now is short-attention-span theater.Andrew R. Chow, TIME, 16 Jan. 2025
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Dylan's vision was a kind of variety show gone wild, packing the evening with songs, costumes, poetry, and pranks, much of it caught on film.Debby Wolfinsohn, EW.com, 11 Jan. 2025
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By the time the killing spree was put to an end, some estimates put the number of victims as high as 135.Scott Travers, Forbes, 12 Jan. 2025
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Employers, however, remained hesitant to add more workers after a hiring spree during the recovery from the pandemic.Lucia Mutikani, USA TODAY, 7 Jan. 2025
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That shared experience of laughing together helps both of us find relaxation.Amanda Schupak, New York Times, 13 Jan. 2025
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Designed in-house and exclusive to Anthropologie, Celandine offers playful colors and prints, novelty textures, breathable gauze and linen fabrics that offer a range of sensibilities from preppy to sensual and reflect the spirit of adventure and relaxation.Lisa Lockwood, WWD, 13 Jan. 2025
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In the center of it all, children and adults danced together in a circle, their movements free and joyful.Edward Buckles Jr., TIME, 7 Jan. 2025
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Despite the gravity of her music, her live performances are also joyful, and cheeky.Lynsey Chutel, New York Times, 7 Jan. 2025
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For a year or two along the way, Dan's wife, Marilyn, wore a cub costume and also cavorted on the sideline.Neal Rubin, Detroit Free Press, 12 Dec. 2024
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Some 500 of them cavorted at Frank Buck’s Jungle Camp on a humanmade structure called Monkey Mountain.Greg Daugherty, Smithsonian Magazine, 2 Dec. 2024
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Three quarterbacks who will play this weekend in the AFC postseason are among the most prodigious rushers in NFL playoff history.Pete Grathoff, Kansas City Star, 15 Jan. 2025
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These spaces play a vital role in fostering social connections and supporting community well-being.Stephanie Gravalese, Forbes, 15 Jan. 2025
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As a top-tier dining, relaxation and outdoor adventure destination all rolled into one, this scenic city is a top spot for immersing yourself into the idyllic beauty of Araucanía at its very best.Jared Ranahan, Forbes, 10 Jan. 2025
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Laika’s sixth film marks the studio’s first fantasy adventure set in the natural beauty of hometown Portland, Oregon, based on the YA novel by Colin Meloy of Portland’s The Decemberists.Bill Desowitz, IndieWire, 10 Jan. 2025
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Multiple times, this game looked to be a Penn State romp.Chris Branch, The Athletic, 10 Jan. 2025
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Last week, episode 5 presented a colorful romp through the sort of setting that George Lucas would love, and the new year has gifted us a slower but very heartfelt sixth chapter that's all about strengthening the bonds between the lost children.Ian Stokes, Space.com, 2 Jan. 2025
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“Frolic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/frolic. Accessed 21 Jan. 2025.
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