bubblegum
Americannoun
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a type of chewing gum that can be blown into large bubbles through the lips.
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Slang. light rock-'n'-roll music characterized by simple, repetitive phrasing and lyrics.
Etymology
Origin of bubblegum
Example Sentences
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Thus, eight years after the release of "Bubblegum," Lanegan returned to solo work with the compelling and sonically eclectic "Blues Funeral," a one-off for England’s 4AD.
From Fox News • Feb. 22, 2022
To the left of a sofa in another reception room was a print of Queen Bubblegum by Michael Moebius, showing Queen Elizabeth blowing a bubble.
From BBC • Nov. 2, 2021
In that photo on Instagram, Alba said, Underwood was wearing an Arq set in Bubblegum.
From Seattle Times • Jul. 3, 2021
In “Obsidian,” Marceline and Princess Bubblegum take on a dragon who’s threatening the Glass Kingdom, offering a lesson in the virtues of breakability and, in the process, reaffirming their love.
From New York Times • Dec. 17, 2020
Right after Marina had sung her kiss-off about being a "Bubblegum Bitch," Lewis screamed from the neighboring Outdoor stage, "What's up, Marina?!"
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 13, 2015
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