crestfallen

Example Sentences

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Raj Kumar, a resident of the western state of Maharashtra who visited Kashmir with his family for the first time, says that they were crestfallen.

From BBC

If his goals and his impact were not enough to demonstrate Shankland's talent, the words of a crestfallen opposition manager might.

From BBC

In a brief radio conversation as they pass over Vancouver, a woman on the ground asks a Russian crew member if he doesn’t feel a bit “crestfallen” about how absurd the whole thing is.

From Seattle Times

The felled teammate headed to the exit, looking crestfallen.

From Los Angeles Times

He looked crestfallen when Nawaz ripped one through his defences after a 68-ball stay, but the Durham player has now showcased his talents on the biggest stage.

From BBC