hmm

British

/ mm /

interjection

a sound made when considering or puzzling over something

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Example Sentences

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I was like, “Hmm, no one ever asked me before. Can you do a Dominican flag?”

From Los Angeles Times

Hmm, maybe I’m the one who’s sexist.

From Literature

“Since my decision to close down the fund and to return outside capital…” Hmm.

From Barron's

And so, if the Hyperscalers were to take their foot off the gas and say, “Hmm, capacity is good for the next year or so,” there would be a bloodbath in the supply chain.

From Barron's

‘Hmm, it’s a tricky one,’ Hugo said.

From Literature

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