foolishness

Example Sentences

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Still, foolishness can sometimes bring good results; there are good results here, and some less than good.

From Los Angeles Times • May 8, 2026

Mr. Clooney has never had a better role, and he burrows deeply into it with a self-interrogating combination of narcissism, foolishness, bravado and charisma.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 13, 2025

Diomande's act of foolishness just put the tin hat on it.

From BBC • Sep. 25, 2025

It’s our responsibility, then, to rectify this foolishness and shed light on the ways in which Los Angeles influences fashion.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 31, 2024

Kaede grimaced at her own foolishness, but Shae gave her an encouraging smile.

From "Huntress" by Malinda Lo