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USA slang
The moment of realization that one lost a good romantic partner due to one's own avoidable mistake
Safe to use?
Usually safest with people who already understand the context.
Tone
Usually positive or approving in casual contexts.
Region
USA
Formality
Informal.
the fumble means The moment of realization that one lost a good romantic partner due to one's own avoidable mistake. It is best read as usa slang associated with USA.
"the fumble" means The moment of realization that one lost a good romantic partner due to one's own avoidable mistake. In USA, the nuance may be more specific.
Usually positive or approving in casual contexts.
Usually safest with people who already understand the context.
Context-dependent
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Money behavior that warns of future problems in a relationship
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