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glum

[gluhm] / glʌm /


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Recalling that she grew up being warned away from copying off someone else’s test because “cheating is only cheating yourself,” she sounds glum.

From Salon • Jun. 10, 2026

In England, whether it's migration, making ends meet, or disappointment with Starmer, the mood is generally very glum.

From BBC • May 2, 2026

Delery’s ruminations tend to be glum rather than puncturing.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 23, 2026

Don’t expect us to remain upset or all feel glum at the same time.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 1, 2026

Stella’s arms felt as if she'd been toting watermelons all day—everything about her felt heavy and slow and glum.

From "Stella by Starlight" by Sharon M. Draper




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