An expression used to convey mild self-deprecation or to acknowledge a mistake or oversight.
play silly buggers
To act in a stupid or reckless manner.
silly money
A ridiculously large (or, less commonly, small) sum of money.
silly season
A period, usually during the summertime, when news media tend to place increased emphasis on reporting light-hearted, offbeat, or bizarre stories.
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