folly
noun
the state or quality of being foolish; lack of understanding or sense.
follies
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pluralof folly.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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People forget about past follies, either by choice and/or because they’re distracted by the next shiny thing.
From MarketWatch ● Feb. 6, 2026
Without these changes, Californians are probably headed for more fiscal follies in the years ahead.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jan. 27, 2026
Amid follies aplenty, gold has doubled in the past two years.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 18, 2025
"It was the largest city in western Europe, with a population of over half a million, and it had an ebullient print media that was constantly commentating on the fashions and follies of the age."
From BBC ● Sep. 4, 2025
"It is not to be thought. Your Grace, whatever follies Renly has committed—" "Follies! I call them treasons."
From "A Clash of Kings" by George R.R. Martin
