as in impulsive
prone to sudden illogical changes of mind, ideas, or actions
it's hard to make plans with such a whimsical best friend
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as in impulsiveness
an inclination to sudden illogical changes of mind, ideas, or actions
her whimsicality made her an unpredictable companion
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Recent Examples of whimsical
Chelsea Davis, Forbes, 4 Mar. 2025
Coquette but not over-the-top, the beige-striped decorative bows lining the top hem give a whimsical detail to a plain white shower curtain.
—Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 4 Mar. 2025
Cloud Nine Dreamy and whimsical, these cloud nails by Ganzorigt mix the prettiest pastel shades of lavender, pink, and baby blues with a slight chrome finish for a nice added touch.
—Audrey Noble, Vogue, 18 Feb. 2025
The whimsical stop-motion film is a collaborative creation between Gondry and his daughter Maya.
—Scott Roxborough, The Hollywood Reporter, 22 Feb. 2025
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More than just a donut shop, it’s designed to be a whimsical neighborhood gathering place offering inventive handmade donuts, all-day dining, and a warm, chic atmosphere that pays tribute to family traditions and indulgence.
—Chelsea Davis, Forbes, 4 Mar. 2025
Coquette but not over-the-top, the beige-striped decorative bows lining the top hem give a whimsical detail to a plain white shower curtain.
—Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 4 Mar. 2025
Cloud Nine Dreamy and whimsical, these cloud nails by Ganzorigt mix the prettiest pastel shades of lavender, pink, and baby blues with a slight chrome finish for a nice added touch.
—Audrey Noble, Vogue, 18 Feb. 2025
The whimsical stop-motion film is a collaborative creation between Gondry and his daughter Maya.
—Scott Roxborough, The Hollywood Reporter, 22 Feb. 2025
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The United States under the chaotic, impulsive leadership of President Donald Trump is abandoning its longstanding alliances with fellow democracies in favor of, at best, strategic ambivalence.—
David Axe,
Forbes,
25 Feb. 2025
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These are not the actions of a responsible superpower, but rather the impulsive demands of a declining hegemon that has lost its way.—
Matt Robison,
Newsweek,
18 Feb. 2025
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After an exciting night at the 97th Academy Awards on Sunday, March 2, the Wicked star opted for a late-night indulgence in an eccentric black dress, heading to Raising Cane's for some classic comfort food, as seen in a photo that was shared to the famous chain's Instagram.—
Gordon G. Chang,
Newsweek,
4 Mar. 2025
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The character is both eccentric and not exactly honest in his quest to reunite with his estranged, now adult children in the film.—
Lisa Respers France,
CNN,
2 Mar. 2025
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Hence, despite its extremely high valuation, the stock appears attractive but volatile, which supports our conclusion that AVGO is a tricky stock to buy.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes,
28 Feb. 2025
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Wall Street ultimately found the business too volatile and debt-heavy to get fully behind the stock.—
Dade Hayes,
Deadline,
27 Feb. 2025
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“Whimsical.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/whimsical. Accessed 10 Mar. 2025.
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