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silliness

[sil-ee-nis] / ˈsɪl i nɪs /


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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

Random observations on the silliness of all the action—“That monkey just used his cuteness for crime!”—are about as close as we get to humor.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 31, 2026

Pierson notes that the songs were more "linear and traditional" than the scattergun silliness of their earlier work.

From BBC • Mar. 17, 2026

Despite the silliness, many scientists appreciate the Ig Nobels.

From Barron's • Mar. 10, 2026

“Yes, Papa,” I said, taking the silliness out of my voice.

From "Gone Crazy in Alabama" by Rita Williams-Garcia




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