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boffo

[bof-oh] / ˈbɒf oʊ /






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What Lorne didn’t realize is what Hollywood wanted from him at that point was a boffo “SNL” movie.

From Salon Jul. 5, 2026

But such a boffo bond showing seems unlikely in 2026, especially for longer maturities.

From Barron's Jan. 9, 2026

Here, he discusses building a boffo touring business, his “robotic” side and why he no longer drives his own boat.

From The Wall Street Journal Nov. 3, 2025

That said, Biden could be boffo — or at least perform decently enough.

From Los Angeles Times May 19, 2024

“Whatsa matter? We been doing good in rehearsal. Just wait’ll we iron out the kinks. This act is gonna be a boffo smash.”

From "A Confederacy of Dunces" by John Kennedy Toole

Comedy requires clarity, so ambiguity, though fascinating, just doesn’t get boffos.

From New York Times Sep. 3, 2020




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