ditchwater
Americannoun
idioms
noun
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stagnant water
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extremely uninspiring
Etymology
Origin of ditchwater
Example Sentences
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Even to many people well versed in British politics "treaty change" makes ditchwater look alluring by comparison.
From BBC ● Dec. 3, 2014
Why I thought this programme would be great, I don't know: sporting types are lovely to look at, inspirational when performing, but – mostly – as dull as ditchwater.
From The Guardian ● Jul. 21, 2012
Last week's meeting, however, was more hot air than steam, more dull ditchwater than racing current.
From Time Magazine Archive
Some of them camp in packing-box jungles and drink ditchwater; others are lucky enough to lodge in new government camps with modern plumbing and electric washing machines.
From Time Magazine Archive
Sorry, I know you find it dull as ditchwater, but imagine how sick and tired I am of hearing the same old stuff.
From "The Diary of a Young Girl" by Anne Frank
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