jinks
Britishplural noun
Etymology
Origin of jinks
C18: of unknown origin
Example Sentences
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Comely young couple moves into new house; high jinks of horror ensue.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 2, 2026
Mostly the comedy in “The Sheep Detectives” derives from slapstick high jinks.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 7, 2026
In Sloane Crosley’s second novel, ‘Cult Classic,’ a woman on the verge of engagement finds herself running into ex after ex; delightful high jinks ensue.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 26, 2025
Certainly the high jinks have caught the attention of those in Australia, who have put the sandpaper down long enough to have their say on England's morals.
From BBC ● Jul. 30, 2025
“Well, Lance,” said Arthur cheerfully, “these are some high jinks, and no mistake about it Jenny can hardly sit still, with all her captives.”
From "The Once and Future King" by T. H. White
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