The phrase
"sad trombone" is used to describe a situation or moment that is disappointing, embarrassing, or unfortunate. It's often used sarcastically to show disappointment or mock someone's failure.
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«Halo 4 will be on Xbox 360 and use a modified core of the Halo engine (s),» he wrote on NeoGAF (via) to the tune
of sad trombones.
Leading up to my first 1L tests I didn't download my school's exam software properly (
sad trombone noise).
I swear to God, sometimes I can even hear
the sad trombone sound effect when I take my bra off.
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I got it dirty the second time I wore it (
sad trombone), but I've had no problem hand washing my other cashmere sweaters so I'm not too worried about it.
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the sad trombone: it was the wrong size.
Brown just makes me feel «whoop whomp,
sad trombone» for some reason.
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the sad trombones... While its been widely touted that the 2018 Corvette ZR1 is expected to be shown at the Detroit auto show, the...
I'm glad
the sad trombone is appreciated!
We've turned to the authorities for help and they've turned to the industry we're seeking protection from and given us a shrug and
sad trombone.