- present tense form of suck (3rd person singular).
sucks
Example Sentences
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“People have basically become resigned to the fact that healthcare sucks, it’s going to get more expensive, access will get worse.”
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 19, 2026
"We all wish her the best for a speedy recovery. This sucks."
From Barron's ● Jul. 9, 2026
The number of social-media groups and threads predicated on the opinion that Bowlero/Lucky Strike absolutely sucks testifies to the number of both serious bowlers and casual enthusiasts who see the corporation as an invasive rot.
From Salon ● Jul. 3, 2026
But this has definitely been a learning lesson for me, and it sucks that I didn’t get a chance to really show my personality and who I am,” she added.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 30, 2026
She sucks a sharp breath over her teeth.
From "Red Flags and Butterflies" by Sheryl Azzam
