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so-so

[soh-soh, soh-soh] / ˈsoʊˌsoʊ, ˈsoʊˈsoʊ /


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Their record on the big screen has included last year’s hit “Superman,” June’s flop “Supergirl” and the lower-budget horror film “Clayface,” which is in the midst of a so-so box office performance.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 9, 2026

If that happens, Daniele, who is enjoying Monza with his two sons, Tommaso and Demis, says they will feel "so-so" about Antonelli's victory.

From BBC ● Sep. 5, 2026

Marvell drops after so-so earnings fail to wow investors, while PayPal slumps after a report says its takeover may be off.

From Barron's ● Aug. 29, 2026

“I think that’s what separates great writers from so-so writers.”

From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 1, 2026

Did just so-so on the whole faith thing.

From "The Serpent King" by Jeff Zentner


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