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adjective

  • Of an extremely poor, unpleasant, or severe quality; significantly below an acceptable standard.

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But it also means no pushing back on very bad ideas, or warning when things are going wrong, or insisting the president stay on message.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 4, 2026

Impacciatore: A couple of days ago I was fighting with my boyfriend and it was a very bad fight and I really wanted him to understand my reasons.

From Los Angeles Times • May 26, 2026

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  • dumpster fire
  • a total trainwreck
  • a hot mess

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  • the bee's knees
  • top-tier
  • chef's kiss
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