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For the Birds

Insignificant, is of no value and worth, pathetic and absurd

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  • In the mid-20th century, this phrase was much popular as a slang expression among American Army soldiers. After picnic, the left over pieces of food or scraps which left on the ground are of no use except to be taken by birds looking for specks. Similarly, anything which is worthless or of no significance, which is absurd and silly is called as “For the birds”. It could be used for person as well.
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We were quite excited to see the drama but it was for the birds, we just wasted our time in it.

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Submitted on February 25, 2019

Additional definitions for 'For the Birds':

for the birdsWorthless; pointless; not deserving serious consideration.
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