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nonsensical

[non-sen-si-kuhl] / nɒnˈsɛn sɪ kəl /


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The founders probably wouldn’t be totally surprised it has come to this, but they would surely be depressed to know how incredibly nonsensical it all is.

From Salon • Jun. 30, 2026

"The idea that a highly resourced inquiry was hampered by a no comment interview is nonsensical," he said.

From BBC • May 27, 2026

Then they attacked Ford procedures and mandates the team deemed obsolete or even nonsensical.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 5, 2026

The scenario mostly serves as a reminder that despite the nonsensical choices leaders may be making, markets will find a way to adjust coherently with higher prices.

From Barron's • May 1, 2026

He just didn't believe that a jury, black or white, could convict him on the nonsensical story told by Ralph Myers—not when he had an unquestionable alibi with close to a dozen witnesses.

From "Just Mercy" by Bryan Stevenson




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