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  • plural of curse.
  • present tense form of curse (3rd person singular).
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curses

British  
/ ˈkɜːsɪz /

interjection

  1. facetious an expression of disappointment or dismay

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Research from the University of South Wales, Derby University and Manchester University showed modern brides are reluctant to buy pre-loved gowns because they're worried about stains, smells - and even "curses".

From BBC ● Feb. 28, 2026

Mr. James also has a challenging role as the crusty salt who curses “dat ole davil sea” almost as many times as Hickey drones on about “pipe dreams” in “The Iceman Cometh.”

From The Wall Street Journal ● Dec. 14, 2025

As quickly as possible, the crew wrapped up their ill-gotten gains and made for the exit as the four guardians wailed pleas and threats and curses behind them.

From Slate ● Dec. 15, 2024

The Jacksons undergo the hardships of poverty, familial dysfunction and generational curses when demons latch onto their circumstances, leaving Ebony to fight for redemption.

From Salon ● Sep. 17, 2024

The last few trips had seen some ugliness at Mole’s Town, a little pushing and shoving, some muttered curses, a lot of sullen looks.

From "A Dance with Dragons" by George R. R. Martin

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