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nonsense

[non-sens, -suhns] / ˈnɒn sɛns, -səns /


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For a second opinion with close ties to childhood nonsense, I asked my Magic 8 Ball.

From Barron's • Jun. 5, 2026

Let’s see if the Pomona Unified School District, which pays thousands of dollars to support its schools’ athletic program, is going to act and stop this nonsense.

From Los Angeles Times • May 29, 2026

To providers themselves, however, this is condescending, victim-blaming nonsense.

From Salon • May 18, 2026

I feel sure the Homeowners Association will require you to confine that nonsense to your garage.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 16, 2026

I gave him two Tylenol and a glass of water and left him, rubbing his eyes and talking nonsense, to go downstairs and call Francis.

From "The Secret History" by Donna Tartt




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