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innocuous

[ih-nok-yoo-uhs] / ɪˈnɒk yu əs /


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Meanwhile, online prediction markets have been less innocuous, launching bets about when and where the ceremony will take place.

From BBC • Jun. 5, 2026

That was actor Keanu Reeves’ answer to Colbert’s almost innocuous question: “What do you think happens to us when we die, Keanu Reeves?”

From Los Angeles Times • May 18, 2026

The space for connecting with certain international cultures has shrunk significantly, even when it comes to something relatively innocuous as embracing Western cultural exports.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 5, 2026

But, like OpenAI's goblin quirk, generative AI mistakes can sometimes be more bizarre and innocuous.

From BBC • Apr. 30, 2026

John and Molly tried to steer Ernest toward rest and relaxation, but he had a habit of transforming even innocuous holiday pursuits into physical challenges.

From "Big Science" by Michael Hiltzik




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