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absurd

[uhb-surd, -zurd] / əbˈsɜrd, -ˈzɜrd /


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I’m wondering if the justices are themselves creating these absurd notions or if appellate advocates are suggesting and steering the justices toward these contrived ways of thinking.

From Slate Aug. 16, 2026

In fact, the entire stock market could be best described as a casino that incentivizes absurd growth like the historic tech bubble provoked by the spread of artificial intelligence.

From Salon Aug. 12, 2026

"I find it absurd that a woman should be forced to choose between continuing her education and leaving her child behind in Gaza," said Altomare.

From Barron's Aug. 10, 2026

Warren said he understood "the NHS is stretched" but felt his daughter being provided with just one 45-minute physiotherapy session per month was "absurd".

From BBC Aug. 9, 2026

It’s easy to spot because it also has a fake ficus tree, taking the fiction a step beyond absurd.

From "Dry" by Neal Shusterman and Jarrod Shusterman




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