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fud
1[ fuhd ]
noun
- a fuddy-duddy.
FUD
2[ ef-yoo-dee, fuhd ]
abbreviation for
- fear, uncertainty, and doubt:
Her article should help reduce FUD and increase understanding about the upcoming policy changes.
Traders are concerned about the effect of the current FUD factor on stock markets.
FUDs about the new technology are keeping people from buying into it.
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Word History and Origins
Origin of fud1
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Example Sentences
Colonel Aoki stood in the midst of that as firm and unflinching as Ni- or Fud, staring at the enemy with steady gaze.
If you think you can make your bed by playing footsie with an old fud who has only a year to go, try it.
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