ho-hum

Example Sentences

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In fact, even institutional investors often need to participate in ho-hum deals to get access to the sizzling ones.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026

That might look ho-hum after the past three years’ bull run, but 8% is well above the average inflation-adjusted annual return of the index since the 1950s.

From Barron's • Apr. 17, 2026

And all for a couple of ho-hum, wearisome men.

From Salon • Feb. 28, 2026

So the report was judged to be a bit ho-hum at first glance.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 3, 2025

I was trying to look ho-hum, when inside I was close to fullblown panic.

From "The Secret Life of Bees" by Sue Monk Kidd