not be serious
Example Sentences
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She had applied for an exit permit to get treatment for her injured back, which she fears might not be serious enough to be allowed out.
From Barron's • Jan. 27, 2026
He then joked about his fighting skills and workout routine, suggesting that the fight may not be serious.
From Seattle Times • Jun. 22, 2023
"Otherwise it's a good story. They finally understood that India's premium market is growing, so why not be serious about it."
From BBC • Apr. 13, 2023
He’s being patient and trying to show integrity in a recruiting process where players commit and decommit and coaches make dozens of offers that may or may not be serious.
From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 13, 2019
They appear to be arguing about something, but it must not be serious, because some of them are still smiling.
From "Divergent" by Veronica Roth
