baseless
Americanadjective
adjective
Other Word Forms
- baselessly adverb
- baselessness noun
Etymology
Origin of baseless
Example Sentences
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“Today is but one step in the process of fighting these baseless charges,” he said.
From Los Angeles Times
“It is absolutely baseless,” Moore said of Turner’s claim, adding that the Office of the Inspector General had determined the complaint was unfounded.
From Los Angeles Times
Shell described the claim as baseless, saying that the suit wouldn’t help tackle climate change.
"This is a baseless claim, and it will not help tackle climate change or reduce emissions," a Shell spokesperson said in a statement to BBC News.
From BBC
He even slipped in an additional jab about “settling a baseless lawsuit with the White House,” keeping the commentary wrapped safely in comedy.
From Salon
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