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Silly season
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a time, usually in summer, when newspapers are filled with insignificant stories because there are not that many important news
What is the "silly season"?
The silly season refers to a time, often during the summer or around holidays, when news stories seem less serious or important than usual. During this period, journalists may focus on lighter, more trivial topics, such as celebrity gossip, unusual events, or humorous anecdotes, due to a lack of major news. The term is often used to describe when newspapers and media outlets fill their pages with less significant or sensational stories because of a decrease in major news events.
Examples
During the silly season, the news was filled with stories about unusual animal sightings and quirky events.
The newspapers were full of gossip and celebrity updates; it was clearly the silly season.
