gallivant
verb (used without object)
to wander about, seeking pleasure or diversion; gad.
gallivanted
Example Sentences
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In the week before the Opening Ceremony, he gallivanted around Italy in a jacket with the national slogan on the sleeve: “Go Mongolia.”
From The Wall Street Journal ● Feb. 6, 2026
The pop star and Chiefs' tight end gallivanted around the world together, and Kelce ended up joining his girlfriend on stage performing at the London Eras Tour date earlier this summer.
From Salon ● Nov. 30, 2024
She gallivanted there, too, particularly in Chinatown, with its warren of antique shops.
From New York Times ● Jun. 30, 2023
Spears’ showing at the VMAs completely transformed her image on stage and quite literally ushered in a wave of new fans as she gallivanted for the world, showing off her svelte figure and toned body.
From Fox News ● Mar. 27, 2020
So Laura was to stay all night, while Deborah gallivanted off to those infernal schools of hers!
From His Family by Ernest Poole
