silliness

Example Sentences

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It seemed likely that the prosecution would ease up in person, recognizing the silliness of it all.

From Slate • May 4, 2026

The same sort of silliness repeated a few years ago when companies started stuffing references to cryptocurrency into their corporate names.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 21, 2026

"Extra time was looking likely, but one moment of madness, indiscipline and silliness has cost Real the chance of getting to the last four," he added.

From BBC • Apr. 15, 2026

Despite the silliness, many scientists appreciate the Ig Nobels.

From Barron's • Mar. 10, 2026

She turned a cold, hard eye on her classmates and teachers, saw their weaknesses and silliness, and used her strong language skills to lash out.

From "The Landry News" by Andrew Clements