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— Stephen Crane

I looked here;

I looked there;

Nowhere could I see my love.

And--this time--

…

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in a way that is correct and exact; without error

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spoilsport

Part of SpeechnounPronunciation/ˈspɔɪl.spɔːt/

Someone who puts an end to others' fun, especially harmless fun.

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Common Phrases

. spoilsportspoilsport oldspoilsport real
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Synonyms

killjoyparty pooperwet blanket

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Related Words

spoil-sportbuzzkillspoileefun spongepoor sport

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