Examples of playful in a Sentence
She's an old dog, but she's still very playful.
He had a playful expression on his face.
a playful tone of voice
You're certainly in a playful mood!
She gave him a light playful slap on the knee.
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As the twins of the zodiac, Gemini parents are playful, adaptable, and quick on their feet.
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Kara Nesvig, Parents, 15 July 2025
White, who goes by Baby J, was described by cousin Raven Jackson as sweet, playful and charismatic.
—Madeline Heim, jsonline.com, 13 July 2025
Skewing on the sillier side, John Cena makes a surprise appearance during one of the film’s more playful sequences (there are a bunch).
—Dan Heching, CNN Money, 11 July 2025
Pair them with a simple crop top and sandals for an easy, polished look that still feels playful.
—Becca Blond, Travel + Leisure, 11 July 2025
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Kara Nesvig, Parents, 15 July 2025
White, who goes by Baby J, was described by cousin Raven Jackson as sweet, playful and charismatic.
—Madeline Heim, jsonline.com, 13 July 2025
Skewing on the sillier side, John Cena makes a surprise appearance during one of the film’s more playful sequences (there are a bunch).
—Dan Heching, CNN Money, 11 July 2025
Pair them with a simple crop top and sandals for an easy, polished look that still feels playful.
—Becca Blond, Travel + Leisure, 11 July 2025
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“Playful.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/playful. Accessed 21 Jul. 2025.
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