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If Boy Kavalier had ever been a boy, he might have recognized what a dumb move that was.

From Salon • Sep. 24, 2025

There is no evidence suggesting this is a dumb move by Mariners president of baseball operations Jerry Dipoto.

From Seattle Times • Jul. 31, 2023

"It's their right, but I think it was a dumb move and I think it was clumsy," Long told reporters, referring to team owners.

From Los Angeles Times • May 29, 2018

“Once you make a dumb move, he’ll make you look stupid,” Caper said.

From Washington Post • Jan. 12, 2017

This was a dumb move, I argued then, because it was clear Verizon would later have to scrap this approach.

From Slate • Jun. 14, 2012




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