be up to/get up to mischief (=do something bad): The boys are always up to some mischief or other. get into mischief (=start behaving badly): He got into mischief the moment he left school.
How do you use mischief in a sentence?
Mischief sentence example
- The mischief , however, was not ended. ...
- She tried to feign innocence but her eyes were probably full of mischief instead. ...
- Her eyes glowed with both delight and mischief while Jule's mate, Yully, appeared less certain.
What is a mischief meaning?
a tendency or disposition to tease, vex, or annoy. a vexatious or annoying action. harm or trouble, especially as a result of an agent or cause. an injury or evil caused by a person or other agent or cause. a cause or source of harm, evil, or annoyance.
