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How do you use the word humbug in a sentence?

Here are some examples of how to use "humbug" in a sentence:

Informal:

* "That's a load of humbug, I don't believe a word of it!"

* "All this talk about healthy eating is just humbug – I'll have a burger and fries, thank you very much."

* "Don't give me that humbug, I know you were the one who ate the last cookie."

More Formal:

* The politician's promises were nothing but humbug; he had no intention of keeping them.

* The old man dismissed the young woman's concerns with a dismissive wave of his hand and a muttered "Humbug!"

* Despite the fancy packaging and marketing, the product itself was humbug, a complete waste of money.

Literary:

* "Bah! Humbug!" Scrooge declared, turning away from the festive carolers outside his window. (This is a classic example from Charles Dickens' *A Christmas Carol*)

Remember that "humbug" carries a strong negative connotation, implying something is deceitful, insincere, or a complete sham.

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