- present tense form of suck (3rd person singular).
sucks
Example Sentences
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Honestly, it feels like this season started six months ago, because the NFL now sucks up the summer doldrums, too.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 8, 2026
“One of the biggest reasons why people think renting sucks is because they’re not being strategic about it,” she said.
From MarketWatch ● Sep. 2, 2026
“Let the business handle business,” Tuipulotu said, adding, “I just love being on the field. Like, it sucks being on the sideline.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 19, 2026
"We all wish her the best for a speedy recovery. This sucks."
From Barron's ● Jul. 9, 2026
The night air sucks the warmth from our bones as we try to sleep in tents made from the ship’s sails.
From "Blood on the River" by Elisa Carbone
