frolic
noun
merry play; merriment; gaiety; fun.
frolicking
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present participleof frolic.present participle
A verb form that is used in progressive verb constructions and may also function as a modifier or a gerund.
Example Sentences
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We would be sipping ice-cold spritzes at cafés overlooking the Mediterranean, frolicking down cobblestone streets lined with charming boutiques, and marveling at the frescoes and marble sculptures adorning grand cathedrals.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 18, 2026
Every Sunday is different, but my ideal Sunday would be one of food, family, friends and frolicking throughout the city.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 5, 2026
Some videos show puppies frolicking or close-ups of squirrels, others stream loops of squishy toys enjoyed by other animals or humans.
From BBC ● Apr. 9, 2026
The frolicking angels populate concentric bands of other clouds that extend upward.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jan. 9, 2026
In the cracking, frolicking flames I saw the face of Narciso.
From "Bless Me, Ultima" by Rudolfo Anaya
