dreadfully
Example Sentences
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When the bar for the films themselves is so dreadfully low, I can’t imagine a Marvel fan getting upset about the technical specs of their repetitive, predictable, formulaic, lab-made, half-finished superhero movies.
From Salon ● Sep. 11, 2026
An investor only owning those companies that made Bespoke’s list would have done dreadfully.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 27, 2026
While not solely to blame for their dreadfully poor domestic campaigns, injuries have certainly hampered both clubs.
From BBC ● May 16, 2025
“When you get such interesting and amusing film roles, it doesn’t seem dreadfully exciting to be in the 257th revival of ‘The Rivals,’” she said.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jan. 17, 2025
I’m so dreadfully sick of spewing wireless code.
From "Code Name Verity" by Elizabeth Wein
