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tub-thump

American  
[tuhb-thuhmp] / ˈtʌbˌθʌmp /

verb (used without object)

Informal.

  1. to promote something or express opinions vociferously.

Etymology

Origin of tub-thump

First recorded in 1885–90; back formation from tub-thumper ( def. )

Example Sentences

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It lacks the tub-thump of The King's Speech, which it superficially resembles.

From The Guardian • Jan. 13, 2013

Here's a sneak peek. 3D Expect stakeholders to tub-thump the 3D format.

From Reuters • Jan. 4, 2011

Cassidy is gone for good, but the Senator will tub-thump occasionally during the election campaign.

From Time Magazine Archive

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