humbug

Example Sentences

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In a clever touch, Sphere lets us continue to see the monstrous green face, now neutered and ridiculous, mouth along as the panicked geek apologizes for being a humbug.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 3, 2025

"Raising money and going for valuation every few days is all humbug."

From BBC • Mar. 10, 2024

If holiday clutter has you more bah humbug than merry, these tips from professional organizers around Seattle might make your life easier before and after the holidays, and well into the new year.

From Seattle Times • Dec. 15, 2023

In her more measured than humbug review, Bahr said “Spirited” “comes up short as a musical,” but “is still pretty enjoyable.”

From Washington Times • Nov. 11, 2022

Dat caution you talkin’ ’bout ain’t nothin’ but uh humbug.

From "Their Eyes Were Watching God" by Zora Neale Hurston