high jinks
Say it: HY jinks /ˈhaɪ dʒɪŋks/ · noun
What “high jinks” means
Loud, lively fun with playful mischief.
More precisely: Boisterous, playful fun and mischief.
Example: “The office party high jinks included a conga line through the server room.”
When to use it
Use it for energetic group fun that gets a little mischievous. It sounds cheerful and slightly old-fashioned.
Similar words
antics, horseplay, shenanigans
Quick check
At a wedding reception, cousins race in sackcloth bags and start a noisy pillow battle outside. That's…
high jinks or quiet relaxation?
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