Quagmire Definition & Meaning

quagmire
noun
  1. a soft wet area of low-lying land that sinks underfoot

"Quagmire" in song lyrics

See how quagmire is used in real songs:

  • "I done bent hoes, like I'm Quagmire"
    L.E.G.A.C.Y. f/ Dasan Ahanu, Mala Machenko — The Greatest
  • "glenn quagmire"
    AOL — AOL
  • "family guy quagmire"
    AOL — AOL

Usage tips for "quagmire"

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