as in to get down
to make sad
that sort of news really bums me out
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for bum (out)
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Sometimes his father would get down on all fours and pretend to be a horse as Joe and his younger brother gleefully climbed onto his back.—
Faith Karimi,
CNN Money,
26 July 2025 -
However, there’s a fine line between taking note of the key details and trying to get down every word said at the expense of your attention.—
Jim Becker,
Forbes.com,
23 July 2025
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Vermont wins in arts (1st) and health care (1st) and already boasts a high senior population (2nd), but is weighed down by affordability (12th) and poor weather (43rd).—
Aliss Higham,
MSNBC Newsweek,
29 July 2025
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The major averages were weighed down as the progress of U.S. trade talks with China became shaky.—
Alex Harring,
CNBC,
29 July 2025
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Where some see a neighborhood burdened by people of color, unfamiliar tongues, and strange cultural traditions, others see a vibrant community.—
James Burling,
Oc Register,
28 July 2025
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Over the last 20 years, the average cost of tuition and fees at public universities has increased by a staggering 141% – far outpacing inflation (about 65%) and leaving students burdened with substantial debt.—
Scott White,
Forbes.com,
28 July 2025
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That had the effect of depressing GDP in January, February and March, because imports are subtracted from the government's measure of economic activity.—
Scott Horsley,
NPR,
30 July 2025
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Although ships on that route may be set for a decline, the overall increase in ships out at sea are another factor in depressing the rates.—
Glenn Taylor,
Sourcing Journal,
28 July 2025
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And in response to rising rates of districts hiring uncertified teachers, which has troubled lawmakers, Texas would begin investing directly in teacher preparation and certification.—
Keri Heath,
Austin American Statesman,
30 July 2025
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Researcher Manfred Kets de Vries found that the following three issues troubled them the most: The Talion principle.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
29 July 2025
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Note: For those who haven’t finished the show, don’t worry.—
Evan Moore
July 31,
Charlotte Observer,
31 July 2025
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Still, shivering in the night chill and worrying about sharks for something that may not even lead to a good ride?—
Will Carless,
USA Today,
31 July 2025
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Luis Leon, who received political asylum in the United States in 1987 after being tortured under Chilean dictator Augusto Pinochet's regime, misplaced his wallet that held his legal residency card, according to Allentown, Pennsylvania, newspaper The Morning Call.—
Billal Rahman,
MSNBC Newsweek,
21 July 2025
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Editor’s Pick From assassination plots to torture programs, the agency’s darkest operations have always been at the President’s behest.—
Kyle Chayka,
New Yorker,
16 July 2025
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According to Taraborrelli, Jackie was said to be saddened by the news.—
Stephanie Nolasco,
FOXNews.com,
27 July 2025
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We are saddened and troubled by this very serious allegation, and TLC will work cooperatively with the authorities.—
Sydni Ellis,
People.com,
23 July 2025
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“Bum (out).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bum%20%28out%29. Accessed 6 Aug. 2025.
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