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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

Annie always "gallivanted" on Friday nights; Arthur was enjoying himself as usual.

From Sons and Lovers by Lawrence, D. H. (David Herbert)

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