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The sad trombone sound, used to indicate failure or disappointment, often used mockinglyThe sad trombone sound, used to indicate failure or disappointment, often used mockingly.
Meaning
1 senses(Canada, US, onomatopoeic)The sad trombone sound, used to indicate failure or disappointment, often used mockingly.
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