be pointless

Frequency: 8.535.2 per million words

Used to state that something has no purpose or value.

pointlessVERB + ADJECTIVE

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Examples (10)

  • It is pointless to argue about such trivial matters.
  • Her efforts were completely pointless without proper planning.
  • Without a clear goal, all this work will be pointless.
  • The meeting was ultimately pointless as no decisions were made.
  • Trying to fix it now would be pointless; it's too late.
  • Don't you think it is a bit pointless to complain after the fact?
  • The journey had been pointless, as the store was closed.
  • I felt the whole exercise was utterly pointless.
  • He explained why further discussion would be pointless.
  • All their meticulous preparations proved to be pointless due to unforeseen circumstances.