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bumpy

[buhm-pee] / ˈbʌm pi /


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Aimed squarely at kids of all sizes, “Star Wars” has become a glorified tour of a billionaire’s expanding playworld and “The Mandalorian and Grogu” wants the track well-oiled, not bumpy.

From Los Angeles Times • May 19, 2026

The options market is sending investors a warning ahead of Nvidia’s earnings: Things are about to get bumpy.

From MarketWatch • May 18, 2026

It could make for a bumpy first six months for the stock.

From Barron's • May 15, 2026

A line’s being famous is no insurance against bumpy transit.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 22, 2026

Gregor gave a little jump when he realized the ceiling was bumpy with hundreds and hundreds of hanging bats.

From "Gregor the Overlander" by Suzanne Collins




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