trivial

Example Sentences

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"Seabird guano may seem trivial, yet our study suggests this potent resource could have significantly contributed to sociopolitical and economic change in the Peruvian Andes," Dr. Bongers said.

From Science Daily • Mar. 7, 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

Richards developed a close bond with Milner but remembers getting the blame for the parody 'Boring James Milner' social media account, which mocked the player, often focusing on ironing, tea and trivial match details.

From BBC • Feb. 6, 2026

For the U.S., this is a trivial sum.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 8, 2026

The argument was based on something so trivial it didn’t seem worth wasting a single word on it.

From "The Diary of a Young Girl" by Anne Frank