as in mischief
playful, reckless behavior that is not intended to cause serious harm
our indoor Frisbee game—my dog's and mine—played hob with a couple of lamps and a vase
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Recent Examples of hob
There are plenty of restaurants nearby, but guests would be remiss not to take advantage of the outdoor grill and slick open-plan kitchen with a gas hob, tea station, barnyard sink, and long marble counter lined with six black bar stools.
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Mary Holland, Robb Report, 10 July 2025
Just a husband, a wife, and a kitchen so small it was forced to run on a four-ring hob.
—Lela London, Forbes.com, 12 May 2025
It is fitted with a chunky fridge freezer, a dishwasher, a hob, a grill, an oven, a Nespresso coffee machine, and a welcome basket filled with fresh crusty bread, eggs, and smoked cheeses to graze on, as well as a bottle of champagne.
—Lewis Nunn, Forbes, 12 Dec. 2024
It is fitted with a chunky fridge freezer, a dishwasher, a hob, a grill, an oven, a Nespresso coffee machine, and a welcome basket filled with fresh crusty bread, eggs, and smoked cheeses to graze on, as well as a bottle of champagne.
—Lewis Nunn, Forbes, 12 Dec. 2024
The main deck dining area in the main saloon is served by a full galley with generous work spaces, double oven, grill, stovetop hobs, double sink, spacious refrigeration, and ample storage.
—Kathleen Turner, Forbes, 21 Sep. 2024
Bunty is small but well-equipped, with a hob, fridge and tiny freezer, all the essential cooking implements, and fresh tea and coffee.
—Kate Lucy, theweek, 18 Sep. 2024
With two induction hobs, the cooktop unit does not require carrying or disconnecting an LPG tank.
—New Atlas, 1 Sep. 2024
Nearby, the fully functional galley features a curved counter, fridge, basin, wine cooler, and induction hob.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 25 June 2024
Mary Holland, Robb Report, 10 July 2025
Just a husband, a wife, and a kitchen so small it was forced to run on a four-ring hob.
—Lela London, Forbes.com, 12 May 2025
It is fitted with a chunky fridge freezer, a dishwasher, a hob, a grill, an oven, a Nespresso coffee machine, and a welcome basket filled with fresh crusty bread, eggs, and smoked cheeses to graze on, as well as a bottle of champagne.
—Lewis Nunn, Forbes, 12 Dec. 2024
It is fitted with a chunky fridge freezer, a dishwasher, a hob, a grill, an oven, a Nespresso coffee machine, and a welcome basket filled with fresh crusty bread, eggs, and smoked cheeses to graze on, as well as a bottle of champagne.
—Lewis Nunn, Forbes, 12 Dec. 2024
The main deck dining area in the main saloon is served by a full galley with generous work spaces, double oven, grill, stovetop hobs, double sink, spacious refrigeration, and ample storage.
—Kathleen Turner, Forbes, 21 Sep. 2024
Bunty is small but well-equipped, with a hob, fridge and tiny freezer, all the essential cooking implements, and fresh tea and coffee.
—Kate Lucy, theweek, 18 Sep. 2024
With two induction hobs, the cooktop unit does not require carrying or disconnecting an LPG tank.
—New Atlas, 1 Sep. 2024
Nearby, the fully functional galley features a curved counter, fridge, basin, wine cooler, and induction hob.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 25 June 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for hob
Noun
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Prior to that, Price was arrested on suspicion of domestic violence, criminal mischief, and disorderly conduct following an argument in which Price reportedly locked Coleman out of their home and began trashing his belongings.—
Ryan Coleman Published,
EW.com,
8 July 2025
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Klein was charged with second-degree criminal mischief and was expected to appear Monday in Bridgeport Superior Court.—
Justin Muszynski,
Hartford Courant,
7 July 2025
Noun
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Mustard and vinegar provide the devilment for a flavorful bite, particularly when topped with a scattering of scallions and paprika.—
SAVEUR Editors,
Saveur,
5 Feb. 2025
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But even if truffles are beyond your pay grade, there is plenty of enjoyment to be had in the sheer devilment portrayed in this informative and appetizing book.—
Eugenia Bone,
WSJ,
10 July 2019
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“Hob.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hob. Accessed 19 Jul. 2025.
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