- present tense form of suck (3rd person singular).
sucks
Example Sentences
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“It sucks to lose, but there’s a part of me that’s proud that I get to wear Dodger blue.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 1, 2026
“People have basically become resigned to the fact that healthcare sucks, it’s going to get more expensive, access will get worse.”
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 19, 2026
When the relationships fizzle, when the job sucks, when things don’t work out the way you plan, you know they’re always there for you.
From Salon ● Jun. 5, 2026
It sucks, and it also sucks to be a part of as a player.
From BBC ● Jun. 3, 2026
“I’m just really sorry. That sucks so much. I didn’t know.”
From "What If It's Us" by Becky Albertalli and Adam Silvera
