busted
Example Sentences
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Perhaps the biggest myth that has been busted so far: During its early days, bitcoin was said to be a hedge against fiscal excess, government money-printing and inflation.
From MarketWatch
The NFL has long been a brutal place for young quarterbacks, who can overnight go from the next big superstar to a busted flush.
From Barron's
I hope Hank Greenberg’s busted out of his slump by now.
From Literature
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In the apartment, I find the old busted phone, slip it in my pocket, and lock the door.
From Literature
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Mary Beth has been busted by her daughters.
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.