ludicrous

Example Sentences

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He called rate increases in such circumstances “ludicrous, while they’re giving everyone such a hard time with their insurance ... I mean, mine has been a steep uphill battle all year long.”

From Los Angeles Times

The tone of the language grew harsh; the reported revelations from deceased relatives called “ludicrous,” “trifling and nonsensical,” “a farce.”

From Literature

Radio 1 DJ Greg James is set to take on his most "ludicrous challenge" yet for Comic Relief - despite saying he would never do one again.

From BBC

It’s not my place or intent to warn Black people about racism, because that would be ludicrous and insulting, but I’ll warn the rest of us because in the end, authoritarianism targets everyone.

From Los Angeles Times

“Greenland’s security is already covered by NATO. The notion that China or Russia could seize it is ludicrous.”

From Barron's