insane

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

His family thought he was "a bit insane" for moving to a war zone.

From BBC • Jun. 26, 2026

In another song about the absurd reasons why they have been deemed unfit for society, the girls drag out that old canard: “Sane in an insane world.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 5, 2026

“But there’s still tons of sweet spots where that’s not the case and where you can get insane value from your points and miles, especially when cash fares are really high.”

From MarketWatch • Jun. 5, 2026

“In a city like L.A., you’re in this completely insane sprawling city that encompasses the American dream, Hollywood and its impact on the world,” he said.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 4, 2026

The letter explained that Charles Parker had made arrangements for his cousin to be taken to the state insane asylum two hundred miles away.

From "The Heart is a Lonely Hunter" by Carson McCullers