harmless

Example Sentences

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It was something of an obsession, a harmless one, and we were happy to oblige.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 17, 2026

The colourfully lit machines, often seen drawing people like moths to a flame, have come under regulatory scrutiny this month, as officials raised addiction concerns over the seemingly harmless games.

From Barron's • May 31, 2026

At 1-1, Roberto Carlos' seemingly harmless cross was lofted high into the Hampden Park sky, destined to drop where D and penalty box chalk collides.

From BBC • May 28, 2026

Suzanne Sando, a lead analyst in fraud management at Javelin Strategy & Research, says people often underestimate how much information can be pieced together from what feels like harmless conversation.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 28, 2026

“Only Ben,” said Maxim; “he’s quite harmless, poor devil. His old father used to be one of the keepers, they live near the home farm. Where did you get that piece of twine?”

From "Rebecca" by Daphne du Maurier