disappointing

Example Sentences

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Reasons to look for a new adviser include failure to listen, high fees, the adviser’s retirement, poor communication, disappointing performance, different values, ineffective advice and bad rapport, according to this survey by Financial Advisor Magazine.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 11, 2026

I mean, that’s disappointing too, but it’s not my primary complaint.

From Salon • Jun. 11, 2026

A low-key end to a desperately disappointing episode – for club and player.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

Unfortunately for the South African team that night, Rafa Márquez equalized for El Tri with 11 minutes remaining during what turned out to be a disappointing World Cup for the host nation.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

It was a constant disappointing hunt for her.

From "The Marrow Thieves" by Cherie Dimaline