absurdity

While the argument might be internally consistent, it reveals the absurdity that arises from the use of the death penalty in a country governed by the rule of law.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 19, 2026

To draw the world’s attention to a serious matter by way of absurdity — that’s a good trick.

From Science Daily ● Oct. 17, 2026

Early on, Sakurai exploits the inherent absurdity of telling a story populated by so many ludicrous characters.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 16, 2026

A former war reporter assigned to help plan a morale-boosting national festival faces the absurdity inherent in projects such as a cake-baking competition and a collection of uplifting poetry.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 30, 2026

I had switched from the arrogant absurdity of Norton and Emerson to that of Jack and the Brotherhood, and it all came out the same—except I now recognized my invisibility.

From "Invisible Man" by Ralph Ellison

They have made a lucrative business out of absurdities.

From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 25, 2026

This week’s briefing document repeats such absurdities and manipulates the data to claim the drug doesn’t work.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 28, 2026

Finally, if you think the obstacles to orderly press coverage and the absurdities of decision-day theater are bad, remember that they are nothing compared to how the court does its own substantive work.

From Slate ● Jul. 2, 2026

Parr, renowned for capturing the quiet rituals and absurdities of British life, was commissioned by the National Trust to capture life in Lacock, Wiltshire, during the spring and summer of 2025.

From BBC ● Jun. 28, 2026

Maybe thinking about the procedural absurdities of the Court’s order was less overwhelming than thinking about its meaning.

From "Just Mercy" by Bryan Stevenson