bummer
Example Sentences
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It’s been a bit of a bummer summer, especially on the men’s side, where injuries have tormented the field.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 21, 2026
While that data was more reliable, the $60 upcharge for the upper arm band is a bummer.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 9, 2026
Presumably a bummer for Wagler, he and Leonard might not be teammates in L.A.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 30, 2026
Certainly not from the game itself; basketball moves fast, and a bummer can become a bust in a blink.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 12, 2026
Word got around quickly, and the teachers all ignored it, which was a bummer for Jules.
From "Tradition" by Brendan Kiely
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