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kill-joy

Posted on June 29, 2015June 25, 2015 by admin

kIl  joI
noun

one who spoils the fun or enjoyment of others, esp. by being gloomy or pessimistic.
When we’re out on the town trying to forget our troubles, we don’t want a killjoy with us.

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