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Puckish

usgb/ˈpʌkɪʃ/Volume
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Playful TeasingPlay
Use 'puckish' when describing someone who teases others in a lighthearted, joking manner. SlideHis puckish comments during the meeting lightened the mood.
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Not MaliciousPlay
'Puckish' mischief is harmless and not intended to hurt or offend anyone. SlideShe left a puckish note on his desk, causing a round of giggles in the office.
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Cultural ReferencePlay
The word 'puckish' is derived from Puck, a mischievous fairy in Shakespeare's 'A Midsummer Night's Dream'. SlideHis puckish antics at the party made everyone think of Shakespeare's playful Puck.
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