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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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
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It’s never been easier to learn grooming tips and tricks.—
Liz Knueven,
CNBC,
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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Prosecutors said Daniels was paid off — through Trump’s personal attorney at the time, Michael Cohen — as part of a wider effort to keep voters from hearing about Trump’s alleged extramarital escapades.—
Michelle L. Price,
Chicago Tribune,
10 Jan. 2025
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Catch a peek of the formidable retired military police officer's escapades alongside pal Frances Neagley (Maria Sten) in the full trailer below.—
Raechal Shewfelt,
EW.com,
8 Jan. 2025
Verb
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The Uruguayan hasn’t scored in the top-flight since November but Slot leapt to his defence.—
James Pearce,
The Athletic,
17 Jan. 2025
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Investments in new factories and manufacturing equipment leaped 9.2 percent last year as companies added capacity for exports.—
Keith Bradsher,
New York Times,
17 Jan. 2025
Verb
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The beer is double dry hopped with nelson, citra and motueka hops.—
Erik Ofgang,
Forbes,
19 Jan. 2025
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On our sailing, guests would say farewell or hop on for the first time at every port.—
Elizabeth Heath,
Travel + Leisure,
17 Jan. 2025
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“Caper.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/caper. Accessed 2 Feb. 2025.
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