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trifle
in
Pride and Prejudice
(Edited)

People do not die of little trifling colds.
p. 32.6 *

trifling = unimportant
Mr. Bennet accepted the challenge, observing that he acted very wisely in leaving the girls to their own trifling amusements.
p. 68.2
It had not been very great; he had lost every point; but when Mrs. Phillips began to express her concern thereupon, he assured her with much earnest gravity that it was not of the least importance, that he considered the money as a mere trifle, and begged that she would not make herself uneasy.
p. 81.5

trifle = something of small importance
In as short a time as Mr. Collins's long speeches would allow, everything was settled between them to the satisfaction of both; and as they entered the house he earnestly entreated her to name the day that was to make him the happiest of men; and though such a solicitation must be waived for the present, the lady felt no inclination to trifle with his happiness.
p. 120.1

trifle with = treat thoughtlessly or without respect
Lady Catherine seemed quite astonished at not receiving a direct answer; and Elizabeth suspected herself to be the first creature who had ever dared to trifle with so much dignified impertinence.
p. 162.8

trifle with = treat without respect
The commendation bestowed on him by Mrs. Reynolds was of no trifling nature.
p. 240.4

trifling = small or unimportant
His acquaintance with Elizabeth was very trifling.
p. 246.7

trifling = superficial (not close or important)
That it would be done with such trifling exertion on his side, too, was another very welcome surprise; for his wish at present was to have as little trouble in the business as possible.
p. 293.4

trifling = minor (requiring little effort)
I would not on any account trifle with her affectionate solicitude; or allow her to hear it from anyone but myself.
p. 328.1

trifle with = treat thoughtlessly or without respect
"Miss Bennet," replied her ladyship, in an angry tone, "you ought to know, that I am not to be trifled with."
p. 334.5

trifled with = treated thoughtlessly or without respect
You are too generous to trifle with me. If your feelings are still what they were last April, tell me so at once. My affections and wishes are unchanged, but one word from you will silence me on this subject for ever.
p. 346.5 *

trifle with = treat thoughtlessly or without respect

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(1) (trifle as in: a trifling matter)
something of small importance; or a small quantity
(2) (trifle with as in: trifle with her affections)
to treat somebody or something thoughtlessly or without respect
(3) (meaning too rare to warrant focus)
A trifle can refer to a kind of dessert. In classic literature, trifling can be a synonym for small talk.

trifle in Pride and Prejudice (Edited)

trifle
in
Pride and Prejudice
(Edited)