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That would be truly courageous leadership and would be far superior to the carefully parsed language (and countless "umms" in the midst of other notable eloquence) to which we are currently subjected on our issues.

Leah McElrath Renna: Obama and the Gays: Where's the Leadership? 2009

A lot of long pauses, a lot of "umms"; he really couldn ` t get his words out to her.

CNN Transcript Dec 24, 2009 2009

At least between Obama's "umms" there are words that make sense.

McCain Running Ads Saturday Morning, But Not Debating Friday Night? 2009

Oh, and your guy Obama is all full of "umms" and "ahhhhs" and incoherent, nonsensical speak the moment someone shuts off the teleprompter, so lets not start talking about idiotic quotes, as he'll have his share.

David Zucker's An American Carol - More Than Just Satire? « FirstShowing.net 2008

His "umms" and "ahhhs" before answering, as well as his tendency to look down as he pauses before answering questions, is a hallmark of someone with this style.

Kinesthetics and Visuals Steven Barnes 2008

His "umms" and "ahhhs" before answering, as well as his tendency to look down as he pauses before answering questions, is a hallmark of someone with this style.

Archive 2008-04-01 Steven Barnes 2008

Not content to lace only the President's speeches with "umms", "uhhs," and "distractions", Obama's teleprompter has gone rogue,

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What was a great conversation last night (perhaps due to an inebriated state) is now a series of "umms" and "hold on" as the guy fumbles for a smooth response to a simple question.

Daily Campus 2009

So they will suppress a quiver in your voice or hands but don't help with "umms" or "aahs."

Netvouz - new bookmarks 2008

Teleprompter Mishap Has Obama Thanking Himself For Inviting Irish Prime Minister To White House Not content to lace only the President's speeches with "umms", "uhhs," and "distractions",

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