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noun

Definition of frolickingnext
as in relaxation
activity engaged in to amuse oneself a night of frolicking by three soldiers just before they are sent to the war zone

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frolicking

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verb

present participle of frolic
1
as in dancing
to play and run about happily scores of swimmers were frolicking in the ocean surf along the beach

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2
as in playing
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 Synonyms for frolicking
  1. relaxation
  2. playing
  3. fun
  4. recreation
  5. leaping
  6. amusement
  7. skipping
Noun
  • That shared experience of laughing together helps both of us find relaxation.
    Amanda Schupak, New York Times, 13 Jan. 2025
  • 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
Definition of relaxation
Verb
  • The World Junior tournament is always good for some surprises; a couple of unexpected players emerging as top scorers or playing well in big moments, or a traditional top nation getting upset in the medal round.
    Corey Pronman, The Athletic, 26 Dec. 2024
  • This team is still playing hard, evidenced by four wins in their past five games.
    The Athletic NFL Staff, The Athletic, 26 Dec. 2024
Definition of playing
Noun
  • Minimalist is out, here: Expect fun, bright maximalist patterns and bright colors in Deco’s live/work space.
    Melissa Oyler, Charlotte Observer, 17 Jan. 2025
  • Amazon dropped a boatload of discounts in its fashion department, with tons of top brands getting in on the fun.
    Clara McMahon, People.com, 17 Jan. 2025
Definition of fun
Noun
  • Gilbert, a fast-growing town in Maricopa County, recently voted to raise taxes for various needs that have arisen with its expansion, including parks and recreation money that would fund pickleball courts.
    Danielle Chemtob, Forbes, 10 Jan. 2025
  • The recreation improvements total $81 million, including $9 million to renovate the city’s golf course, $8 million for Flamingo Park and $7.7 million at Pasadena Park.
    Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 9 Jan. 2025
Definition of recreation
Verb
  • Soon, people are leaping forward to yank their bag off the carousel.
    Roger Dooley, Forbes, 26 Dec. 2024
  • Meanwhile, the hallway bathroom upgrades existing tile with an amber shower curtain and emerald leaping cheetah wallpaper from The House of Scalamandré, which Haller chose as a subtle nod to The Royal Tenenbaums.
    Morgan Goldberg, Architectural Digest, 26 Dec. 2024
Definition of leaping
Noun
  • And to Cumming’s amusement, the cast seems genuinely scared of him at times, treating him as an almost omniscient voice of God on the show.
    Rebecca Alter, Vulture, 9 Jan. 2025
  • Internet viewers were quick to share their amusement and admiration for Milo's antics.
    Lydia Patrick, Newsweek, 7 Jan. 2025
Definition of amusement
Verb
  • One issue that is rarely mentioned involves the potential harsh blowback that heavy drinkers might experience when suddenly skipping alcohol for a full month.
    Lance Eliot, Forbes, 3 Jan. 2025
  • The crawl from one to the other matters as much as the enlightenment itself—skipping the charnel grounds isn’t an option.
    Jackson Arn, The New Yorker, 2 Jan. 2025
Definition of skipping
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