mischief
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/ˈmɪstʃɪf/
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/ˈmɪstʃɪf/
playful but slightly bad behavior that causes minor trouble
The children's mischief included drawing on the walls with crayons.
孩子们的恶作剧包括用蜡笔在墙上画画。
a playful desire to cause minor trouble or fun
You could see the mischief in his smile as he planned the prank.
当他策划恶作剧时,你能从他的笑容中看到调皮的神情。
harm or damage done to someone or their reputation
The false rumors spread much mischief about the honest mayor.
虚假谣言对这位诚实的市长造成了很大的伤害。