mischievous twinkle

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A shining, unsteady light in someone's eyes, indicating fun and cheekiness.

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Examples (20)

  • His eyes held a mischievous twinkle as he planned his prank.
  • I caught a mischievous twinkle in her eyes as she planned her prank.
  • A mischievous twinkle danced in her eyes when she shared the secret.
  • Despite his serious demeanor, a mischievous twinkle often betrayed his playful side.
  • She couldn't hide the mischievous twinkle that appeared when discussing the surprise.
  • The child's eyes held a mischievous twinkle right before he hid the remote control.
  • Even as an old man, he retained that familiar mischievous twinkle.
  • His grandmother's eyes always had a warm, mischievous twinkle when she told stories.
  • The child's eyes sparkled with a mischievous twinkle.
  • She couldn't suppress the mischievous twinkle that appeared when she thought of a clever retort.
  • I saw a mischievous twinkle in his gaze, hinting at his intentions.
  • A mischievous twinkle in his eye suggested he knew more than he was letting on.
  • His confession was accompanied by a slight mischievous twinkle.
  • Even in old age, the professor retained a keen mind and a distinct mischievous twinkle.
  • The professor's mischievous twinkle reassured us the test wouldn't be too hard.
  • The comedian delivered his punchline with a mischievous twinkle, ensuring a laugh.
  • With a mischievous twinkle, she handed him the unexpected gift.
  • From the mischievous twinkle in her gaze, I knew she was up to something.
  • That mischievous twinkle of yours always gets you into trouble.
  • His eyes sparkled with a mischievous twinkle, hinting at the fun evening ahead.