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nonsensical

[non-sen-si-kuhl] / nɒnˈsɛn sɪ kəl /


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This sequel to the 2021 videogame-inspired feature threads its nonsensical story through a relentless procession of fight scenes.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 7, 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

The sampling of funk and glam rock classics momentarily distracts us from the nonsensical staging choices and hopped-up gags, but only for so long.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 29, 2026

Posted daily on TikTok, the nonsensical one minute-long episodes featuring this juicy cast have attracted hundreds of millions of viewers in a matter of weeks.

From BBC • Mar. 28, 2026

People said because of this nonsensical bent, the sheriff was driving himself bananas.

From "The Milagro Beanfield War" by John Nichols




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