cheeky
adjective
rude or disrespectful, especially in a playful or witty way; saucy; bold.
cheekily
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a word derived from
cheeky.
Example Sentences
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Some journalists cheekily celebrated their inclusion — just as, in the 1970s, U.S. journalists and others named on President Nixon’s “enemies list” viewed their presence as a badge of honor.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 21, 2026
Over the counter, another sign cheekily warns: “Don’t Try It. You Won’t Like It.”
From Salon ● Aug. 20, 2026
Weizenbaum cheekily called himself a “con man,” but one who enjoyed revealing his tricks.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 19, 2026
He failed to remain the protagonist of the contest itself, albeit he did cheekily bow towards Suryakumar upon dismissing the man who was filmed mimicking his ways during Indian net sessions.
From BBC ● Feb. 15, 2026
“Well, how’s the girl?” he enquired cheekily of Mary Poppins, cocking his little head on one side and regarding her with bright, amused, twinkling eyes.
From "Mary Poppins" by P. L. Travers
