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
Emily Hochberg, Parents, 17 Jan. 2025
Served in the Lobby Bar, this tea experience is whimsical and creative, perfect for those with a sweet tooth.
—Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 16 Jan. 2025
Runways and social feeds offer ample fodder for inspiration, with ribbons, sparkle, and generally whimsical embellishments transforming everyday looks from pretty to downright romantic.
—Kiana Murden, Vogue, 9 Jan. 2025
The collection pairs with Pulitzer’s flutter hearts print and whimsical Resort Collection designs.
—Lisa Lockwood, WWD, 16 Jan. 2025
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Then, place each sticker on a board to create an engaging and whimsical playscape.
—Emily Hochberg, Parents, 17 Jan. 2025
Served in the Lobby Bar, this tea experience is whimsical and creative, perfect for those with a sweet tooth.
—Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 16 Jan. 2025
Runways and social feeds offer ample fodder for inspiration, with ribbons, sparkle, and generally whimsical embellishments transforming everyday looks from pretty to downright romantic.
—Kiana Murden, Vogue, 9 Jan. 2025
The collection pairs with Pulitzer’s flutter hearts print and whimsical Resort Collection designs.
—Lisa Lockwood, WWD, 16 Jan. 2025
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New York Jets League perception: This is seen as the toughest job because of an impulsive owner (Woody Johnson) and an unforgiving, relentless media market.—
Mike Sando,
The Athletic,
17 Jan. 2025
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Don’t make impulsive financial decisions during this transit — take a moment to reflect on your long-term goals and whether your resources support them.—
Valerie Mesa,
People.com,
15 Jan. 2025
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But every character involved has a charmingly eccentric quirk—an eye patch, an obsession with drapes, an ever-present log, an affinity for doughnuts and cherry pie.—
Emma Stefansky,
The Atlantic,
22 Jan. 2025
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My entire childhood, I was surrounded by all of the beautiful, eccentric people who lived in this city.—
Allure Editors,
Allure,
17 Jan. 2025
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But, looking at a slightly longer period, the increase in MMM stock over the last four-year period has been far from consistent, with annual returns being more volatile than the S&P 500.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes,
23 Jan. 2025
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Trump has pledged to hand management of his assets to his children, but ethics experts have criticized his crypto ventures as raising conflict of interest issues and stoking speculation in a volatile asset class.—
Tom Westbrook,
USA TODAY,
22 Jan. 2025
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“Whimsical.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/whimsical. Accessed 2 Feb. 2025.
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