frivolity
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The vulgar kitsch of “The Housemaid” is its silly secret weapon, and it’s Seyfried who stays reloading the ammunition, making sure that this hefty dose of frivolity is as unforgettable as its conventionally prestigious contemporaries.
From Salon • Jan. 31, 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
Waking up to the sounds of Princess Peach giggling or Zelda softly cooing “wake up,” is, yes, odd, but I appreciate the burst of frivolity before I start worrying about my to-do list.
From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 30, 2024
The mother looked young, and the daughter looked old; the mother’s complexion was pink, and the daughter’s was yellow; the mother set up for frivolity, and the daughter for theology.
From "Great Expectations" by Charles Dickens
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