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Catch Word #275 – Debbie Downer

Culips Everyday English Podcast

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Debbie Downer: The Origin of a Negativity Label

Exploring the term 'Debbie Downer' and its origin as a nickname for someone with a consistently negative attitude. The chapter delves into how the expression originated from a character on Saturday Night Live in 2004 and discusses its informal usage in personal settings rather than professional environments.

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