as in cute
making light of something usually regarded as serious or sacred
his flippant comment that the poor save on taxes offended many people
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Recent Examples of flippant
In the fall, New York’s Republican State Committee suspended a Young Republican organization after the release of a group chat that included jokes about rape and flippant commentary on gas chambers.
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Los Angeles Times,
17 Mar. 2026
Last fall, New York’s Republican State Committee suspended a Young Republican organization following the release of a group chat that included jokes about rape and flippant commentary on gas chambers.
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ABC News,
17 Mar. 2026
The flippant, tattooed, boisterous soul singer from South London has drawn Amy Winehouse comparisons.
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Ramon Ramirez,
Austin American Statesman,
13 Mar. 2026
Last fall, New York's Republican State Committee suspended a Young Republican organization following the release of a group chat that included jokes about rape and flippant commentary on gas chambers.
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CBS News,
6 Mar. 2026
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Los Angeles Times,
17 Mar. 2026
Last fall, New York’s Republican State Committee suspended a Young Republican organization following the release of a group chat that included jokes about rape and flippant commentary on gas chambers.
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ABC News,
17 Mar. 2026
The flippant, tattooed, boisterous soul singer from South London has drawn Amy Winehouse comparisons.
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Ramon Ramirez,
Austin American Statesman,
13 Mar. 2026
Last fall, New York's Republican State Committee suspended a Young Republican organization following the release of a group chat that included jokes about rape and flippant commentary on gas chambers.
—
CBS News,
6 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for flippant
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Berries, given their naturally tiny nature, are a super cute choice.
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The pair have to find their friends (JJ included) which leads to a cute game of peekaboo.
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The first thing he was asked, by another reporter who witnessed the debate, was a facetious question of whether he’s given MVP any thought.
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His posture is authoritative without being imposing, his voice warm without being facetious.
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The high-quality dress can be worn all summer long, in playful hues like white and green.
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Beaded sandals, in particular, strike a balance between statement-making and approachable, offering the same playful energy as the season’s beaded jewelry and bags without requiring a complete wardrobe overhaul.
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Murdaugh’s attorneys appealed the convictions, saying the trial was tainted by the county clerk Becky Hill’s inappropriate comments to jurors implying his guilt.
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Live streams and other unfiltered media can expose kids to risky or inappropriate content, so adult guidance is key.
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Historically, the spring editions of the Paris men’s trade shows have been less significant business-wise than shows for fall collections, but that is shifting.
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Still, there are moments when stepping back is the wiser act of stewardship, for both the owner and the business.
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“Flippant.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/flippant. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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