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bush-league

ADJECTIVE
second-rate
Synonyms




bush league


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It was so bush league to see the Lakers crowd around the beleagued referees at the end of an 18-point loss to the Thunder in Game 2.

From Los Angeles Times • May 9, 2026

But in a bush league snub, he chooses to be Commissioner Rob, not Commissioner Bob.

From The Wall Street Journal • Sep. 17, 2025

While creative, his move drew the ire of plenty of current and former college and pro players who viewed the "gotcha" moment as bush league.

From Fox News • Dec. 10, 2021

On Saturday, Jim Harbaugh called MSU "bush league" after further sod damage was done.

From Washington Post • Oct. 20, 2018

“That’s the way with all these bush league towns,” remarked Larry, with a wicked grin.

From The Radio Boys at the Sending Station Making Good in the Wireless Room by Chapman, Allen




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