shenanigans

Definition

Mischievous play, especially by children.

Etymology

From shenanigan + -s.

Example Sentences

• "Shanti and Tom are playing noisily upstairs again. They’re up to their usual shenanigans."
• "Well, I'm not the woman to stand any shenanigans from a child of mine. I could name you dead loads of women that are just completely walked over by their children."
• "You should learn to spot their shenanigans and avoid being fooled."