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innocuous

[ih-nok-yoo-uhs] / ɪˈnɒk yu əs /


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It seemed innocuous enough, with a running total of revenues from a couple of seasons in the 1970s.

From BBC • Jan. 20, 2026

But at some point between February and late April, this seemingly innocuous piece of data simply vanished from Miami’s online roster.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 18, 2025

The research suggests, therefore, layoffs might have been driven by more disturbing factors rather than the innocuous justifications proffered by chief executives.

From MarketWatch • Dec. 16, 2025

Social media users highlighted the importance of awareness around how visuals, messaging, and celebrity influence can be perceived — even in something as seemingly innocuous as a fashion campaign.

From Salon • Dec. 6, 2025

It seemed innocuous, a soft coda to the storm of the morning.

From "Breadcrumbs" by Anne Ursu




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