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2 of 4 senses of folly

 

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Folly

Sense 1: Noun - Lack of good sense; foolishness

Definition: The state or quality of being foolish; lack of good sense or judgment.

Example Sentence: His decision to quit his job without any backup plan showed a great deal of folly.

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Sense 2: Noun - A foolish act or idea; an absurdity

Definition: A foolish or senseless act, idea, or practice.

Example Sentence: The plan to build a highway through the national park was widely regarded as a great folly.

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