cussed
Americanadjective
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another word for cursed
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obstinate
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annoying
a cussed nuisance
Other Word Forms
- cussedly adverb
- cussedness noun
Etymology
Origin of cussed
Example Sentences
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It was a performance that recalled the cussed stubbornness of great England teams past.
From BBC • Oct. 22, 2023
Often recognized by his trademark sailor’s cap, Newman also wrote two dozen books and earned the informal title of Canada’s “most cussed and discussed commentator,” said HarperCollins, one of his publishers, in an author’s note.
From Seattle Times • Sep. 7, 2023
Over her refusal to comply with the school’s mandate, Smith told the paper that people have "cussed her out" and that some of her best friends "won’t talk to me."
From Fox News • Oct. 11, 2021
To thine own self be true—arguably a robust test for finding that cussed work-life balance and perhaps, for someone like McKenna, also the sweet spot between commerce and art.
From Slate • Jul. 20, 2018
“It’s because of the cussed petition. They’re trying to get you— “No. Not that.
From "Lyddie" by Katherine Paterson
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