yum-yum
interjection
(used to express enjoyment or satisfaction, especially in the taste of food.)
yum
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a variation of
yum-yum.
Example Sentences
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Had it heeded a more malevolent sensibility than an instinct to overexplain, it might have been more ruthlessly effective at yucking our yum for road trips.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 22, 2026
“Oh, what a pity … yum, yum!” jokes expert Stephan Reber, in one of our favorite quotes of the year.
From Science Magazine ● Dec. 19, 2023
Klonghlaeo says he adapts both tom kha kai and tom yum soups when he prepares them here, reducing the spice level and some ingredients to satisfy the American palate.
From Seattle Times ● Oct. 23, 2023
Some of his funniest quotes rhymed, including "Yum, yum, pig's bum, that was fun!" and "Winner, winner, chicken dinner!"
From BBC ● Apr. 24, 2023
She hands me a piece of bubble gum with bubble yum in bright letters.
From "Brown Girl Dreaming" by Jacqueline Woodson
