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whim·sey, whim·sy [ˈ(h)wɪmzi] N pej

1. whimsey no pl (fancifulness):

kaprica f

2. whimsey (whim):

muha f

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This set the light-hearted spirit of the 16 mm fraternity, where a sense of fun and whimsy often override more serious concerns. en.wikipedia.org

He developed an innovative use of concrete to create sculptures of animals, all with a touch of whimsy. en.wikipedia.org

Performances remain infused with athleticism and may occasionally include a bit of whimsy that is less common in those of other troupes. en.wikipedia.org

He was impressed by the whimsy and imagination of these films. en.wikipedia.org

Collections of sketches continued to follow almost annually at times, with a mixture of whimsy, parody, nonsense, and satire that was never bitter. en.wikipedia.org

Nonetheless, early editions combine this seriousness with whimsy and parochialism. en.wikipedia.org

His stories also often contain elements of fantasy or whimsy. en.wikipedia.org

The term unstable equilibrium is not mere whimsy. en.wikipedia.org

Her illustrations convey a mood of whimsy and playful-uncanny. en.wikipedia.org

But the special flavor of her writing has more to do with a kind of whimsy that translates theatrical absurdism into costume-party cuteness. en.wikipedia.org

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