as in prank
a playful or mischievous act intended as a joke
long-ago college capers that have become more rollicking and daring with each recounting
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as in to romp
to play and run about happily
as summer drew to a close, the children spent their days wistfully capering on the beach
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Recent Examples of caper
Sabrina Weiss, People.com, 1 Jan. 2025
Powell scooped up a best actor Globe nod for the stranger-than-fiction crime caper, but his luck ran out when SAG nominations rolled around.
—Patrick Ryan, USA TODAY, 8 Jan. 2025
Noel Murray, Vulture, 12 Dec. 2024
Chapman persuaded Ford Motor Co. to fulfill his V-8 engine requirements and built the first of what were to become revolutionary Lotus-Fords, pencil-thin cars that looked like spiders capering through the turns.
—Mike Kupper, Los Angeles Times, 5 June 2024
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Noun
Transfer to a platter, and sprinkle with reserved crispy capers.
—Sabrina Weiss, People.com, 1 Jan. 2025
Powell scooped up a best actor Globe nod for the stranger-than-fiction crime caper, but his luck ran out when SAG nominations rolled around.
—Patrick Ryan, USA TODAY, 8 Jan. 2025
Verb
While capering around with her boss, Matty keeps looking for a private moment alone with Olympia’s luggage.
—Noel Murray, Vulture, 12 Dec. 2024
Chapman persuaded Ford Motor Co. to fulfill his V-8 engine requirements and built the first of what were to become revolutionary Lotus-Fords, pencil-thin cars that looked like spiders capering through the turns.
—Mike Kupper, Los Angeles Times, 5 June 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for caper
Noun
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The commercial centered on forgetfulness — like the husband-wife duo calling the Spice Girls the cinnamon sisters and the singer thinking that his face tattoos are a scribbled prank.—
Sabrina Weiss,
People.com,
27 Jan. 2025
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Before the episode ends, reunion host Maria Menounos plays an incredible prank on Bananas by pretending to give him the floor to make a toast... and then cutting him off for time.—
EW.com,
EW.com,
23 Jan. 2025
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Shooting at a magical level while largely shutting down the nation’s top scoring offense, UCLA romped its way to a 94-70 victory over Iowa that did more than stop a four-game losing streak.—
Ben Bolch,
Los Angeles Times,
18 Jan. 2025
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They can be found romping (or dozing) in the zoo's snow leopard habitat.—
Christine Clarridge,
Axios,
14 Jan. 2025
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It’s never been easier to learn grooming tips and tricks.—
Liz Knueven,
CNBC,
30 Jan. 2025
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The trick for both actors was playing the multiple levels without getting too technical and playing things dishonestly as a result.—
Jim Hemphill,
IndieWire,
30 Jan. 2025
Verb
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Remember foam parties, that cultural phenomenon inexplicably popular in the 1990s that had people dancing in a room of foamy bubbles?—
John Metcalfe,
The Mercury News,
28 Jan. 2025
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Eventually, footage emerged of Kelce dancing in the locker room with his teammates in celebration of the big win.—
Joel Thayer,
Newsweek,
27 Jan. 2025
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Explore Volusia outings: Volusia County’s Environmental Management Division sponsors free outdoor adventures to acquaint residents with the county’s diverse natural habitats and land management practices.—
Joe Rassel,
Orlando Sentinel,
22 Jan. 2025
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Thanks for tagging along with me on this five-month adventure.—
Stewart Mandel,
The Athletic,
21 Jan. 2025
Noun
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The track resonates with Belinda’s crystalline vocals, dynamic guitar riffs, and spirited trumpet interplays, while Tito’s distinctively gruff delivery adds grit to their musical escapade.—
Ingrid Fajardo,
Billboard,
17 Jan. 2025
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Bored by his revolving door of escapades, Lucien decides to take Caroline up on her offer.—
Aramide Tinubu,
Variety,
20 Nov. 2024
Verb
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President Donald Trump has leaped into office relishing his role as disruptor-in-chief, and much of that disruption is aimed at Chicago and Illinois.—
David Greising,
Chicago Tribune,
31 Jan. 2025
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Photograph: Nintendo Docked, that 1080p needs to leap to 4K, 3840 x 2160 pixels.—
Matt Kamen,
WIRED,
31 Jan. 2025
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By train In Norway, hop aboard the Northern Lights Train, also known as the Arctic Circle Express, to get far away from light pollution caused by cars and streetlights.—
Jamie Davis Smith,
USA TODAY,
1 Feb. 2025
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Hayes was driving the car and Knox hopped out and opened fire into a large crowd with a rifle, according to investigators.—
Joseph Wilkinson,
New York Daily News,
26 Jan. 2025
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“Caper.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/caper. Accessed 4 Feb. 2025.
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