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insane

[in-seyn] / ɪnˈseɪn /


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In a recent thread, one parent spoke of the "insane" amount they were asked to give, while another said they felt pressured to contribute, especially if there was a class "Queen Bee" organising the collection.

From BBC Jul. 13, 2026

On a Friday night, driving there from Venice would be insane.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 10, 2026

So everybody comes into this insane workweek having just been in therapy, complaining about work.

From Salon Jul. 5, 2026

It’s “totally insane not to” include share-based compensation in FCF calculations, says Meb Faber, co-founder and chief investment officer of Cambria Investment Management.

From The Wall Street Journal Jun. 30, 2026

Could a human handle such utter isolation without going insane?

From "Fallout: Spies, Superbombs, and the Ultimate Cold War Showdown" by Steve Sheinkin




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