sorely

Example Sentences

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Alexander-Arnold and Diaz, outstanding at Bayern, have been sorely missed.

From BBC • May 30, 2026

The bigger issue is that investors who stuck with staples, foregoing bigger gains in hopes they would provide a smoother ride, have been sorely mistaken.

From Barron's • Apr. 28, 2026

He will shake up a stagnant institution at a time when change is sorely needed.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 20, 2026

A response was sorely needed and the Newcastle head coach attempted to jolt his side by wielding the axe.

From BBC • Apr. 12, 2026

There was a big gingerbread-like house sorely lacking in paint.

From "Moon Over Manifest" by Clare Vanderpool