bummer
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“It’s a bummer because the photos were so unique and it was really cool to see them go viral,” she said.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 30, 2026
Pondering the potential heat death of humanity is a bummer of a way to start the week, I know.
From Slate ● Sep. 14, 2026
It’s been a bit of a bummer summer, especially on the men’s side, where injuries have tormented the field.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 21, 2026
“It’s been a bummer to have it closed for so long,” said Fan.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 3, 2026
It was kind of a bummer, but I knew I was getting heavier and heavier to lift, and so changing me was harder.
From "Out of My Mind" by Sharon M. Draper
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