"15 minutes of shame" meaning in All languages combined

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Noun [English]

Etymology: Blend of 15 minutes of fame + shame, because of the rhyme. Etymology templates: {{blend|en|15 minutes of fame|shame}} Blend of 15 minutes of fame + shame Head templates: {{en-noun|p|head=15 minutes of shame}} 15 minutes of shame pl (plural only)
  1. (uncommon, humorous) A very short time in a negative spotlight of shame in individuals who have been subjected to public criticism and humiliation. Tags: humorous, plural, plural-only, uncommon Related terms: 15 minutes of fame
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