dismally
Example Sentences
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And considering how dismally their other relievers have performed, his resurrection might be the biggest reason the Dodgers are two wins away from the World Series.
From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 15, 2025
Postecoglou's change of defensive strategy to three at the back failed dismally, though he insisted this was simply an attempt to find a structure with the personnel at his disposal.
From BBC • Jan. 19, 2025
And the men, instead of controlling the narrative, will attempt to control her and fail dismally.
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 14, 2024
But while technology brought billions in investment, it failed dismally on one crucial front: creating jobs.
From Seattle Times • Oct. 28, 2023
The rest of the day passed slowly, dismally.
From "Twilight" by Stephenie Meyer
Vocabulary lists containing dismally
Born a Crime
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