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dull

[duhl] / dʌl /








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When I drove up, the gate was open, though there were no other cars; from its dull roar, I could tell the plant was not totally idle.

From Slate • Apr. 20, 2026

But they also lost some tremendous youth by giving up on Jackson, who averaged nearly 15 points last season and provided much-needed energy to another deadly dull squad.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 15, 2026

But Britain's often dull skies - especially in winter, when demand is highest - limit how far it can carry the system.

From BBC • Apr. 15, 2026

You sense that, to him, forgery is as creatively dull as a factory-issued franchise sequel.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 9, 2026

“It is a pity there is no way to tell in advance how much optimism is the correct amount,” she thought as she pinned her dull, drab locks into a dull, drab bun.

From "The Hidden Gallery" by Maryrose Wood




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