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bush-league

ADJECTIVE
second-rate
Synonyms




bush league


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It was so bush league to see the Lakers crowd around the beleagued referees at the end of an 18-point loss to the Thunder in Game 2.

From Los Angeles Times • May 9, 2026

But in a bush league snub, he chooses to be Commissioner Rob, not Commissioner Bob.

From The Wall Street Journal • Sep. 17, 2025

There was no criticism or negative viewpoint, however, from the 2011 Heisman Trophy winner for Clark despite her committing the bush league act on Reese.

From Salon • May 28, 2025

While creative, his move drew the ire of plenty of current and former college and pro players who viewed the "gotcha" moment as bush league.

From Fox News • Dec. 10, 2021

That woman ought to get out of the bush league and pitch for the New Yorks!

From Mixed Faces by Norton, Roy




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