as in insanity
lack of good sense or judgment
the plan worked despite its sheer nuttiness
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Recent Examples of nuttiness
But the nuttiness isn’t confined to big, liberal cities.
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The Editorial Board, Oc Register, 28 Jan. 2026
Although the Gruyère adds a nuttiness that pairs well with the mushrooms and pancetta.
—Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 21 Jan. 2026
These accoutrements really make the dish sing by adding flavor and balance to each bite, with the cheese enhancing the savory nuttiness of the brown butter and the lemon’s brightness keeping it from feeling too heavy.
—The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 Jan. 2026
Toss almonds into smoothies to add nuttiness and a creamier texture.
—Jillian Kubala, Health, 31 Dec. 2025
The forbidden rice added a nice nuttiness and some extra heft, and juicy mandarin sections provided lovely pops of fruity sweetness.
—Lizzy Briskin, Bon Appetit Magazine, 22 Dec. 2025
That’s strong but still very drinkable, with the signature Beam nuttiness on the palate along with notes of vanilla, caramel, oak, and spice.
—Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 11 Dec. 2025
Could Greene, freed from Congress, and in spite of her past nuttiness and humiliations, become the magnet who pulls together the populist right and the populist left?
—Jay Caspian Kang, New Yorker, 25 Nov. 2025
The Editorial Board, Oc Register, 28 Jan. 2026
Although the Gruyère adds a nuttiness that pairs well with the mushrooms and pancetta.
—Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 21 Jan. 2026
These accoutrements really make the dish sing by adding flavor and balance to each bite, with the cheese enhancing the savory nuttiness of the brown butter and the lemon’s brightness keeping it from feeling too heavy.
—The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 Jan. 2026
Toss almonds into smoothies to add nuttiness and a creamier texture.
—Jillian Kubala, Health, 31 Dec. 2025
The forbidden rice added a nice nuttiness and some extra heft, and juicy mandarin sections provided lovely pops of fruity sweetness.
—Lizzy Briskin, Bon Appetit Magazine, 22 Dec. 2025
That’s strong but still very drinkable, with the signature Beam nuttiness on the palate along with notes of vanilla, caramel, oak, and spice.
—Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 11 Dec. 2025
Could Greene, freed from Congress, and in spite of her past nuttiness and humiliations, become the magnet who pulls together the populist right and the populist left?
—Jay Caspian Kang, New Yorker, 25 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for nuttiness
Noun
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The insanity of the transfer portal.—
Sean Keeler,
Denver Post,
1 Feb. 2026
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Here’s a few facts about those involved in the insanity.—
David J. Neal,
Miami Herald,
31 Jan. 2026
Noun
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There are, however, some relevant differences between the situations of our two oldest presidents, likely reflective of the differences between senility and madness.—
Bradley Gitz,
Arkansas Online,
2 Feb. 2026
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Her characters often demonstrated how quickly and seamlessly a cyclone of cheerful mannerisms could morph into a wailing typhoon of uncorked madness.—
Merrill Markoe,
Rolling Stone,
1 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Warm minimalism blends simplicity with warm neutrals and natural materials to feel more inviting.—
Erica Puisis,
The Spruce,
31 Jan. 2026
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This year, that simplicity may see a resurgence.—
Heather Bien,
Martha Stewart,
31 Jan. 2026
Noun
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She’s built a career on candid takes about relationships, work and the absurdities of everyday life, delivered with her trademark mix of bluntness and charm.—
Travis Pinson,
Dallas Morning News,
29 Jan. 2026
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The extended version gives the characters room to deepen their over-the-top backstory while leaning further into spectacle and absurdity.—
Moná Thomas,
PEOPLE,
28 Jan. 2026
Noun
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No one can speak more profoundly on the craziness and sadness that were the winter months — normally a time of calm, when key NASCAR players go into hibernation — than Cup star Denny Hamlin.—
Alex Zietlow,
Charlotte Observer,
5 Feb. 2026
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During the negotiations with Tirico, ESPN dragged its feet, which Skipper attributed to the craziness of multiple branches of a company.—
Andrew Marchand,
New York Times,
2 Feb. 2026
Noun
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But wackiness aside, the nuts and bolts of recruiting go far beyond what antics coaches get up to on the road.—
Idaho Statesman,
Idaho Statesman,
5 Feb. 2026
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But the few that do have been epic in their sheer wackiness.—
Mark Zeigler,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
5 Feb. 2026
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“Nuttiness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nuttiness. Accessed 9 Feb. 2026.
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