doom and gloom
Americannoun
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The lead up to the World Cup was no different, but the doom and gloom went away once the action began.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 22, 2026
You may have noticed that amid all this domestic doom and gloom, China keeps exporting like gangbusters, with industrial production and export sales among the few bright points in the economic story.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 16, 2026
Just seven days ago, there was doom and gloom around the performances of British players at this year's Wimbledon.
From BBC ● Jul. 6, 2026
It’s not all doom and gloom in the software sector, as some high-profile stocks have posted standout gains this year while their peers languish.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 6, 2026
I could’ve sworn they were all about it back at the three tunnels of doom and gloom.
From "The Manifestor Prophecy" by Angie Thomas
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