dud
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If the match ended up being a dud, then it could have been used by critics as a stick to beat the women's game with.
From BBC • Jun. 1, 2026
That makes intuitive sense, given that investors may be sad to see a successful CEO hand over the reins, and are more than happy to see a dud sent packing.
From Barron's • Apr. 10, 2026
At the time, they had no idea whether it would be a good investment or a dud, he adds.
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 7, 2026
The promotional tour for the film was the first clue it was going to be a box office dud.
From Salon • Jan. 31, 2026
Gilly’s heart gave a little spurt and flopped over like a dud rocket.
From "The Great Gilly Hopkins" by Katherine Paterson
Vocabulary lists containing dud
Back-Words: Palindromes
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