frivolity
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Combine that skepticism with social media’s emphasis on personalization, and one witnessed the fall of frivolity in real time.
From Salon ● Sep. 5, 2026
Kylie is the biggest challenger for Christmas number one, with this sparkly bauble of pop frivolity.
From BBC ● Dec. 6, 2025
Meanwhile, fashion—that is, clothing that changes for the sake of change—became associated with frivolity and femininity.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 28, 2025
“Frying the small fish” is a term Delta uses to acknowledge the campy frivolity of some of the topics on her show.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jan. 23, 2025
There was not a trace of warmth or frivolity in her words.
From "Double Helix" by James D. Watson
Every moment he spends on such frivolities is a missed opportunity to advance his cause.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Feb. 11, 2026
The navy did not want its midshipmen wasting their time on such frivolities.
From BBC ● Aug. 8, 2025
In 1431, the ecumenical Council of Basel ordered the deans and rectors of churches to expel "frivolities" and "profane abuses" from holy buildings, but implicitly allowed them to take place in the squares outside.
From Salon ● Dec. 24, 2024
That said, it’s essential to ensure you focus on the things that matter most rather than overspending on frivolities.
From Seattle Times ● Nov. 14, 2022
Manila was not without its frivolous element; but there was one period of the year when all frivolities were suspended, and religious observances monopolised the people’s time.
From The Inhabitants of the Philippines by Frederic H. Sawyer
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