He was not prepared, however, for the absurd suggestion that came.

"It is allied to the second of your otherwise absurd suggestions," he says.

Both dismissed as absurd suggestions that the monetary union might rupture as a result of the "no" votes.

He could not take seriously the absurd suggestion that they be loaded on a ship and sent out to the enemy as a kind of sacrifice.

But she knew he had the power to implement even such an absurd suggestion.

Tom had a carefree spirit and frequently made absurd suggestions for their activities.

"So it was not an absurd suggestion we'd make the playoffs."

Mr. Barnes, 53, dismisses as absurd any suggestion that he is considering a race other than for re-election in 2002.

Picard forced a half-smile and turned toward the person voicing the absurd suggestion.

What struck us was the absurd suggestion that a trip from the airport should cost $41.66.