(chiefly, US, idiomatic) A situation or activity in which the participants show a lack of skill, sound judgment, or professionalism.
(chiefly, US, idiomatic) A situation or activity in which the participants show a lack of skill, sound judgment, or professionalism.
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“once again amateur hour effort by the ameriKKKanskis”
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(US) Amateur, untrained; incompetent.
(US) A period when traffic is light.
(slang, vulgar) or incompetently done; desultory.
A Scottish expression for a time of trial, hardship, or difficulty — a moment that tests someone's character or endurance. Used in solemn or reflective registers, often with biblical or Presbyterian overtones. Suggests a defining moment rather than everyday trouble.
Going to a Mexican restaurant on Cinco de Mayo is like going out to a bar on New Years or St. Pat’s Day- amateur hour. I would never do it.
(chiefly, US) An event, particularly on radio or television, showcasing the talents of amateur performers.
"Momma was very talented. She liked to act in plays … She used to sing, do a lot of singing in French, you know. … They used to have amateur hours in those days. You didn't have that many places to go." She performed for the am…
"amateur hour" means: An event, particularly on radio or television, showcasing the talents of amateur performers.. This is a fairly neutral word with no inherent risk attached. There is no real cause for parental concern; it is descriptive vocabulary rather than something dangerous. If your child uses it, context will usually make the meaning clear. A brief, curious question about where they heard it is generally enough to know whether to follow up.
"amateur hour" means: An event, particularly on radio or television, showcasing the talents of amateur performers.. Register: neutral, standard English, usable in most everyday contexts. Note the regional or dialect label (US) — usage may sound odd outside that variety. A common non-native mistake is to use the word in the wrong register, or to assume one fixed meaning when it is actually polysemous; always check the surrounding register and the audience before producing it yourself. In formal writing, prefer a neutral synonym or a short descriptive phrase, and use this word only when you have heard or read it being used naturally in a comparable context.
“Who is training these a$$ hats??? It looks like amateur hour to these veteran eyes www.pbs.org/newshour/pol...”
“Going to a Mexican restaurant on Cinco de Mayo is like going out to a bar on New Years or St. Pat’s Day- amateur hour. I would never do it.”
“A million dead from COVID? That's amateur hour stuff. RFK Brainworms Smackhead Jr. wants to watch millions of people die and then dust his hands off, another day's good work finished early.”
“And can run rings around the US 'business men' amateur hour negotiators.”
“i always thought it was really embarrassing that he moved his head when the photographer said cheese. this ain't amateur hour james. keep your head still”
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