How to Use whimsy in a Sentence

whimsy

noun
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  • The designer's new line showed a touch of whimsy.
  • At first, the show comes on a little strong with the whimsy.
    — Kristen Baldwin, EW.com, 4 Mar. 2022
  • For a touch of whimsy in your abode, head over to Gucci.com to shop the new collection.
    — Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 26 July 2022
  • His deft take on the news of the day, insight wrapped in whimsy and often in rhyme.
    — Jane Pauley, CBS News, 28 Jan. 2024
  • Or, opt for the whimsy of the Harry Potter films and have a marathon throughout the day.
    — Noelle Devoe, Seventeen, 22 Nov. 2022
  • Ian is a strong but sweet name that also evokes a sense of whimsy and charm.
    — Sarah Vanbuskirk, Parents, 30 July 2024
  • The piece also had red flowers and stripes going down the length of it, adding a touch of whimsy.
    — Adrianna Freedman, Good Housekeeping, 25 Aug. 2023
  • All of our picks are under $25 and are sure to add a touch of charm and whimsy to your tabletop.
    — Wendy Vazquez, Southern Living, 15 Mar. 2024
  • These lights from Plow and Hearth add a little bit of whimsy and design to your yard.
    — Frederick Tippett, Sunset Magazine, 22 Dec. 2021
  • Bursting with color and whimsy, the piece was all-out fun.
    — Janelle Okwodu, Vogue, 31 May 2021
  • Her designs are warm and inviting with a sense of whimsy.
    — Emma Reynolds, Robb Report, 15 Dec. 2022
  • Even during World War II, her life seemed touched by a wry sort of whimsy.
    — New York Times, 16 Nov. 2021
  • This is shaped like a potato with eyes and a smiling face to give you some whimsy in your day.
    — Chris Hachey, BGR, 8 June 2021
  • Plus, each one comes with a colorful pom pom for a dash of whimsy.
    — Rebecca Jones, Southern Living, 7 Dec. 2023
  • Another tenet of the SFA shorts menu is to infuse the dinner with a touch of whimsy.
    — Lyndsay C. Green, Detroit Free Press, 26 Apr. 2022
  • But the finer points of the Slay obit were less a resume than a catalog of whimsy.
    — James Rainey, Los Angeles Times, 23 Dec. 2023
  • Most guests were decked out in black-tie, but Rocky’s patchwork piece gave the night its moment of whimsy.
    — Janelle Okwodu, Vogue, 16 Sep. 2021
  • Here, a fish-like creature adds an element of whimsy that draws the eye.
    — Savanna Bous, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 Aug. 2022
  • Some of the drawings are pure whimsy, like the one of Lance slam-dunking over Garoppolo.
    — Scott Ostler, San Francisco Chronicle, 21 Mar. 2022
  • The actress wore a black and yellow couture gown that had just a touch of whimsy, thanks to the bright detailing down the front.
    — Hedy Phillips, Peoplemag, 12 Mar. 2023
  • Each device is key to completing the world and adds a touch of whimsy to the level design.
    — Gieson Cacho, The Mercury News, 13 Sep. 2024
  • This wasn’t the first time Boss surprised people with anonymous acts of whimsy.
    — Globe Staff, BostonGlobe.com, 29 Dec. 2022
  • Of the three, only the youngest, Cuki (Euris Javiel), still has an air of childish whimsy about him.
    — Manuel Betancourt, Variety, 17 Nov. 2022
  • Allowing a bit of whimsy into the picture at just the right time.
    — Bruce Jenkins, SFChronicle.com, 18 Dec. 2020
  • There’s something about a MacKenzie-Childs kettle that brings whimsy to the kitchen.
    — Gabriela Izquierdo, Southern Living, 28 Dec. 2023
  • Wrap yourself in warmth and whimsy with this Long Sleeve Cardigan that is a staple for the season.
    — Mia Meltzer, Rolling Stone, 31 Oct. 2023
  • For example, a serene shot of a bird in a bird bath got a dose of whimsy when Dawley added a surfboard and white caps.
    — Amanda Long, Washington Post, 19 Sep. 2023
  • Use it as a bath mat or just a decorative rug to add the perfect amount of whimsy to any room in your home.
    — Kirsten Chanel Webber, Rolling Stone, 16 May 2024
  • Sant and Abel Known for its vibrant prints and playful designs, Sant and Abel brings a touch of whimsy to sleepwear.
    — Laura Lajiness Kaupke, Vogue, 29 Sep. 2024
  • Bohemian Halloween Christmas isn't the only holiday getting a dose of whimsy this year.
    — Claire Hoppe, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 Oct. 2024

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