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bummer

[buhm-er] / ˈbʌm ər /


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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

She detects a generalized funk poisoning our existence and asks, not unreasonably, “What is with this bummer veil cast over everything fun or exciting?”

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 30, 2026

It’s a major betrayal for Rick and a bummer for the audience, who never get to see the two make music together again.

From Los Angeles Times May 28, 2026

It’s a bit of a bummer that ad blocking only works with Lightway.

From Salon Mar. 13, 2026

Not to be a total bummer, but that was our last visit.

From "Popcorn" by Rob Harrell




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