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noun
A very short time in a negative spotlight of shame in individuals who have been subjected to public criticism and humiliation.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: humorous, plural, plural-only, uncommon
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Synonyms: none provided
Antonyms: none provided
History
By analogy with 15 minutes of fame, chosen for the rhyme.
Across languages
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