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bummer

[buhm-er] / ˈbʌm ər /


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Pondering the potential heat death of humanity is a bummer of a way to start the week, I know.

From Slate ● Sep. 14, 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

But that isn’t to suggest that the record is a bummer.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 9, 2026

“You’re a bummer, Jonesy. I’m gonna shoot some hoops.”

From "Beauty Queens" by Libba Bray




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