Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

And sure he’s bummed to be done, he told People, but he’s also happy his streak happened at all.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 28, 2026

Bowen Yang is in a huge number of commercials these days, and every time I see him, I get a little more bummed out.

From Slate • Feb. 8, 2026

"We were so bummed that we weren't able to be there at Fallon," says Kang in a rare moment of non-total positivity.

From BBC • Oct. 11, 2025

Powell, a steadfast Texas Longhorn fan, teased him: “The fact that Alabama beat you guys at home before Texas could beat you guys at home just really bummed me out.”

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 30, 2025

She looked so pleased, I was a bit bummed I had no follow-up and was forced to revert to my own, less impressive repertoire of replies.

From "Anthem of a Reluctant Prophet" by Joanne Proulx