inane
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To recap, each Saturday we’ll break down the biggest news of the week into three categories: what mattered most, what we’re keeping an eye on, and what’s unfathomably inane.
From Slate ● Sep. 12, 2026
Mr. Ficarra’s contribution to a standard character includes a silent, disapproving commentary on the sometimes inane antics of his boss.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 25, 2026
Stars dictated dressing‑room dynamics, influenced tactical decisions and sometimes overshadowed the collective with inane disputes over things like training schedules or even who should take penalties.
From BBC ● May 29, 2026
But Tuason’s eye for horror framing and ear for chilling sound work make the film’s inane elements easy to overlook — at least for a while.
From Salon ● Mar. 15, 2026
William, too, apparently, is suffering from inane question syndrome.
From "The Inquisitor's Tale" by Adam Gidwitz
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