over the hump
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The Clippers, meanwhile, are still trying to get over the hump.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 30, 2026
INDIANAPOLIS—For 37 years, Michigan basketball just couldn’t get over the hump.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 7, 2026
“If the labor market is weakening, households are more dependent on the entirety of their refund to get them over the hump and allow them to continue their spending patterns,” Martin said.
From MarketWatch • Dec. 4, 2025
"I know there are some PRs whose default it is to lean into humour to bridge the scandal and get over the hump."
From BBC • Jul. 27, 2025
My car goes over the hump at the exit and my lights flash over the windows of the Chili Bowl across the street.
From "Dumplin'" by Julie Murphy
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