How to Use whimsy in a Sentence

whimsy

noun
  • The designer's new line showed a touch of whimsy.
  • That's part of their fun and whimsy.
    — Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 17 Feb. 2026
  • There’s got to be some some whimsy about it.
    — Tracy Brown, Los Angeles Times, 23 Feb. 2026
  • Here's how this bright shade can add a touch of whimsy to your home.
    — Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Dec. 2025
  • Crego says the idea of whimsy was a driving force.
    — Katie Grant, Parents, 24 Sep. 2025
  • Bring back the whimsy with bonnets and head scarves!
    — Amanda Le, InStyle, 26 Feb. 2026
  • Rih dressed down the whimsy, in a white tee, jeans, and a fuzzyz white scarf.
    — Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 28 Jan. 2026
  • Ian is a strong but sweet name that also evokes a sense of whimsy and charm.
    — Sarah Vanbuskirk, Parents, 30 July 2024
  • Order a side of the state-fair-size onion rings for a bit of whimsy.
    — Nathanael Gassett, Bon Appetit Magazine, 26 May 2026
  • Add a juicy hint of whimsy to your next nail look with one of these berry nail designs.
    — Daisy Maldonado, InStyle, 3 July 2026
  • Stepping stones add a touch of whimsy to a garden.
    — Jessica Safavimehr, Southern Living, 26 May 2026
  • Plus, each one comes with a colorful pom pom for a dash of whimsy.
    — Rebecca Jones, Southern Living, 7 Dec. 2023
  • This fun piece of furniture can add a touch of whimsy to any room.
    — Erika Owen, Architectural Digest, 30 Oct. 2025
  • Perhaps the most telling trend is the return of whimsy.
    — Daisy Maldonado, InStyle, 19 Jan. 2026
  • The straps are adjustable and create bows that add some whimsy to your look.
    — Nicol Natale, PEOPLE, 24 Apr. 2026
  • For all the whimsy, though, some Fourths have been grim affairs.
    — By Alexandria Bordas, Martin Vassolo and Glenn Garvin, miamiherald, 3 July 2017
  • Fornasetti's artistry brings such a fun touch of whimsy to any home.
    — Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 1 Nov. 2024
  • When they are named, the aim is to seduce with a touch of whimsy and decadence.
    — Joel Hart, Vogue, 23 Oct. 2025
  • His deft take on the news of the day, insight wrapped in whimsy and often in rhyme.
    — Jane Pauley, CBS News, 28 Jan. 2024
  • Click on for 11 tasty recipes that are equal parts whimsy and all-business.
    — refinery29.com, 26 Mar. 2018
  • This is shaped like a potato with eyes and a smiling face to give you some whimsy in your day.
    — Chris Hachey, BGR, 8 June 2021
  • Looking for a way to add a little whimsy and magic to your space?
    — Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 May 2026
  • But the whimsy gave way pretty quickly.
    — Literary Hub, 14 Oct. 2025
  • And in other cases, odd shapes add a touch of whimsy to our glasses.
    — Popular Science, 10 June 2020
  • Itty bitty daisies add a touch of whimsy to this metallic pink base.
    — Daisy Maldonado, InStyle, 5 June 2026
  • Add a bit of modern whimsy to your holiday decor with this fun pinecone tree.
    — Bestreviews, Mercury News, 27 Nov. 2025
  • This garden bench adds a touch of vintage whimsy to any outdoor area.
    — Shea Simmons, Southern Living, 1 Mar. 2026
  • The scalloped edges on this rattan design add a touch of whimsy to your space.
    — Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 24 Apr. 2025
  • Here, a fish-like creature adds an element of whimsy that draws the eye.
    — Savanna Bous, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 Aug. 2022
  • Plus, the shed kit comes with flower boxes and shutters for even more whimsy.
    — Shea Simmons, Southern Living, 29 June 2026

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