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Millard Fillmore
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English
Etymology
A reference to the 13th president of the United States, often considered the most insignificant of the presidents.
Noun
A little-known, unremarkable or insignificant political figure.
en Republicans Or Whigs? Times-News August 14, 1976 If President Ford wins the nomination, but loses the election by a huge margin, he will be the Millard Fillmore of 1976
en `Murder at 1600': Anatomy of a Dud The Salt Lake Tribune April 18, 1997 It will likely go down as the Millard Fillmore of the bunch -- unremarkable and quickly forgettable.
en SPEND 'SIMPSONS' TIME READING CONSTITUTION Arizona Republic September 20, 2007 It is sort of the Millard Fillmore of national events. Although established in 1959, it has been condemned to national anonymity
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