trivial
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She called the emails “casual correspondence” and stated, “My polite reply to her email doesn’t amount to anything more than a trivial note.”
From Salon • Apr. 10, 2026
The BBC was shown evidence by Nick of how TikTok rated some relatively trivial cases involving politicians as a higher priority for review by the safety team than several cases involving harm to teenagers.
From BBC • Mar. 16, 2026
Yes, it’s upsetting to know that your boss is talking to others about something as trivial as your clothing.
From MarketWatch • Feb. 28, 2026
For the rest of America not versed in the internecine fights of the online right, this situation may seem baffling—or even trivial, given the ludicrous nature of Owens’ claims.
From Slate • Feb. 27, 2026
It blends in with all the others; it was some trivial occasion.
From "The Handmaid's Tale" by Margaret Atwood
Vocabulary lists containing trivial
Essential Academic Vocabulary for High School Students, List 2
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