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nonsense

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


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Of Filmer’s theory of “patriarchal monarchy,” Locke opined that “there was never so much glib nonsense put together in well-sounding English.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026

But unlike Ness, who did have real crime to deal with, the justifications Vance and Miller deploy are baseless nonsense.

From Salon • Jun. 5, 2026

"I think it's absolute nonsense," his widow, Louise Grillmair, previously told the BBC when asked about the speculation.

From BBC • Jun. 2, 2026

He also called concerns that AI will decimate jobs worldwide "complete nonsense".

From Barron's • Jun. 1, 2026

It was nonsense of course, and I opened the door.

From "Rebecca" by Daphne du Maurier




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