practical jokes

noun

plural of practical joke
as in pranks
a playful or mischievous act intended as a joke friends had left the risqué message on his voice mail as a practical joke

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Recent Examples of practical jokes In order to make their kissing scenes even more awkward, the late Larry Hagman would play practical jokes on his Dallas costar Linda Gray. — Brianna Zigler, Entertainment Weekly, 3 Aug. 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 Crews often found release in rowdiness, camaraderie, practical jokes, and the inevitable coping mechanisms of drink and drugs. — Richard Brody, New Yorker, 6 Apr. 2026 One of Hughes’ neighbors, Ty Talley, said the toilet paper prank was part of tradition in which North Hall students play practical jokes on teachers during prom season. — Charlotte Kramon, Chicago Tribune, 9 Mar. 2026 As trade envoy, Andrew became known for practical jokes and off-color remarks, which British diplomats had to tolerate because of his titles. — Helen Lewis, The Atlantic, 19 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for practical jokes
  1. pranks
  2. experiences
  3. tricks
  4. adventures
Noun
  • Frawley would use his young My Three Sons costars to play pranks on Vance.
    — Rance Collins, Entertainment Weekly, 30 July 2026
  • 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
Definition of pranks
Noun
  • Cooking classes, yoga lessons, meditation experiences, and live entertainment are also vacation activities that enhance the body and the spirit.
    — Patricia Doherty, Travel + Leisure, 5 Aug. 2026
  • That means strengthening the connection between our clubs and their communities, creating unforgettable experiences for fans, and making sure the excitement generated this summer becomes lasting momentum for Major League Soccer.
    — Michael Lewis, Forbes.com, 5 Aug. 2026
Definition of experiences
Noun
  • Abernathy Greenway Park walk with Trees Atlanta Take a walk through the park with a Trees Atlanta docent, who will teach simple tricks for telling trees apart and share stories about why trees are important and how to protect them.
    — Mary Caldwell, AJC.com, 4 Aug. 2026
  • While there are many ways to preserve flowers, hydrangeas hold up best through drying, and according to florist Joanne Effinger, Garden Director at Bluepoint Hospitality in Easton, Maryland, there are a few tricks to get it right.
    — Nicole Letts, Southern Living, 31 July 2026
Definition of tricks
Noun
  • At 80, Smyrna resident Kay Braswell is still lacing up her hiking boots and setting out on adventures around the world.
    — Nancy Badertscher, AJC.com, 6 Aug. 2026
  • Unlike many of the finest automakers that are waiting to reveal their latest adventures in engineering and design during Northern California’s Monterey Car Week, Bugatti has not left us in suspense.
    — Viju Mathew, Robb Report, 6 Aug. 2026
Definition of adventures

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