frivolous
Example Sentences
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The prices of many goods and services followed suit, leaving less room in budgets for more frivolous purchases.
From MarketWatch ● Oct. 13, 2026
After all, one of the biggest pet peeves of modern makers is the perception of their craft as being a frivolous hobby, rather than centuries-old skills that served as a foundation of modern engineering.
From Slate ● Oct. 11, 2026
He routinely met a hostile premise with calm facts, a sharp answer and a smile that made the host’s irritation look frivolous.
From Salon ● Oct. 8, 2026
The Kentucky Bar Association twice suspended him, citing aggressive litigation strategies, false statements in court proceedings and filing frivolous claims.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 7, 2026
Given all that had happened, and all its terrible consequences, it was frivolous, she knew, but Briony took calm pleasure in delivering her clinching news.
From "Atonement" by Ian McEwan
Vocabulary lists containing frivolous
Grade 10, List 1
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