as in relaxation
activity engaged in to amuse oneself
a night of frolicking by three soldiers just before they are sent to the war zone
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as in dancing
to play and run about happily
scores of swimmers were frolicking in the ocean surf along the beach
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as in playing
to engage in activity for amusement
he would rather frolic than do yard work any day of the week
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Recent Examples of frolicking
Grace Tucker, Cincinnati Enquirer, 19 Sep. 2025
On the screen were images of rolling hills, deer frolicking in the forest, and waves crashing on the shore.
—Gordon G. Chang, MSNBC Newsweek, 17 Sep. 2025
On Thursday, the 40-year-old pop star was spotted taking a dip in the ocean and frolicking on the beach in Miami, Florida.
—Ashley Hume, FOXNews.com, 22 Aug. 2025
At the story’s beginning, Sonja is living a contented life, frolicking in the forest with her loyal pet horse and co-existing peacefully with a variety of CGI prehistoric creatures.
—Frank Scheck, HollywoodReporter, 13 Aug. 2025
Clearly, no one’s frolicking on the beach.
—Literary Hub, 11 Aug. 2025
Besides one of my life’s most unforgettable surfing experiences on the private wave beyond, Nihiwatu Beach—stretching along one of T+L World’s Best Hotels, Nihi Sumba—is iconic for its band of horses that run freely atop its sands, frolicking, rolling, and splashing in the water each afternoon.
—Kathryn Romeyn, Travel + Leisure, 4 Aug. 2025
Aww, ANYmal looks so happy frolicking on the beach!
—Evan Ackermanerico Guizzo, IEEE Spectrum, 22 Sep. 2017
Verb
Looking to spend an upcoming weekend frolicking in a pumpkin patch, enjoying a hayride or gobbling up some homemade treats?
—Grace Tucker, Cincinnati Enquirer, 19 Sep. 2025
On the screen were images of rolling hills, deer frolicking in the forest, and waves crashing on the shore.
—Gordon G. Chang, MSNBC Newsweek, 17 Sep. 2025
On Thursday, the 40-year-old pop star was spotted taking a dip in the ocean and frolicking on the beach in Miami, Florida.
—Ashley Hume, FOXNews.com, 22 Aug. 2025
At the story’s beginning, Sonja is living a contented life, frolicking in the forest with her loyal pet horse and co-existing peacefully with a variety of CGI prehistoric creatures.
—Frank Scheck, HollywoodReporter, 13 Aug. 2025
Clearly, no one’s frolicking on the beach.
—Literary Hub, 11 Aug. 2025
Besides one of my life’s most unforgettable surfing experiences on the private wave beyond, Nihiwatu Beach—stretching along one of T+L World’s Best Hotels, Nihi Sumba—is iconic for its band of horses that run freely atop its sands, frolicking, rolling, and splashing in the water each afternoon.
—Kathryn Romeyn, Travel + Leisure, 4 Aug. 2025
Aww, ANYmal looks so happy frolicking on the beach!
—Evan Ackermanerico Guizzo, IEEE Spectrum, 22 Sep. 2017
Recent Examples of Synonyms for frolicking
Noun
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Krylon has chosen Matte Coffee Bean, an earthy brown that the company says signals relaxation and wellness.—
R. Daniel Foster,
Forbes.com,
16 Sep. 2025
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Given that this is south Florida, there’s a heavy focus on wellness and relaxation, with many of the amenities playing to those who care deeply about their health and fitness.—
Tori Latham,
Robb Report,
16 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Singing off-key, dancing around, and grabbing a slice of pizza before heading out kept her in high spirits.—
Larry Stansbury,
Essence,
19 Sep. 2025
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All the other members were doing other forms of dancing, like voguing or acrobatics.—
Lea Veloso,
StyleCaster,
19 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Yet, Ruud just kept right on playing good defense — racing around Laver Cup’s black hardcourt — and somehow managing to return serves that reached 130 mph.—
Jim Harrington,
Mercury News,
20 Sep. 2025
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He is tied with shortstop and outfielder Bill Russell (1969-1986) and Hall of Fame left fielder Zack Wheat (1909-1926) for the most years playing for the Dodgers in franchise history.—
Wayne G. McDonnell,
Forbes.com,
20 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Ototo is a popular brand of clever everyday kitchen tools, utensils, and gadgets that resemble animals, characters, and other shapes, and its top-selling Spaghetti Spoon is a favorite among customers for its fun design and multi-purpose functions.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
18 Sep. 2025
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Nelly‘s Apple Bottoms and Bubly teamed up for a fashionable collaboration feuled by nostalgic fun and seasonal joy.—
DeMicia Inman,
VIBE.com,
18 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Contreras tagged Randy Rodriguez’s hanging slider in the bottom of the ninth, cavorting around the bases while his teammates spilled out of the home dugout.—
Andrew Baggarly,
New York Times,
23 Aug. 2025
Noun
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As with most of Hedley’s designs, the 75 percent scale recreation can actually be driven.—
Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
18 Sep. 2025
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Nonetheless, the experiment has endured through the decades, spawning movies, books, television episodes, and recreations.—
Leah Hudson,
Popular Science,
18 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Cheda shared the hilarious footage on TikTok on August 27, showing the 7-month-old puppy leaping on the couch, running from room to room, and even jumping onto her sisters.—
Alyce Collins,
MSNBC Newsweek,
15 Sep. 2025
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Steven Kwan made a leaping catch at the wall on Sunday.—
Zack Meisel,
New York Times,
15 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Test yourself on autumn amusements and federal firsts in this week's American Culture Quiz.—
Staff,
FOXNews.com,
12 Sep. 2025
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Vanna White, the show's longtime letter turner, responded, prompting some amusement from both Seacrest and Ault.—
Anna Kaufman,
USA Today,
10 Sep. 2025
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“Frolicking.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/frolicking. Accessed 21 Sep. 2025.
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