The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 9 letter word FRIVOLOUS
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The straight part
We know that "Trifling" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case trifling = frivolous.The cryptic/wordplay part
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What does FRIVOLOUS mean?
FRIVOLOUS adjective- Silly, especially at an inappropriate time or in an inappropriate manner.
- Of little weight or importance; not worth notice; slight.
- (said of a lawsuit) Having no reasonable prospect of success because its claim is without merit, lacking a supporting legal or factual basis, while the filing party is, or should be, aware of this.