dreary
Example Sentences
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Executives say Buffett, who infused his letters with his wit and personal anecdotes that often veered from the requisite review of Berkshire’s operations, elevated a dreary convention of corporate America and set a new standard.
As our thoughts turn to the hope of spring following a grey and dreary start to the year, fashion is always one step ahead.
From BBC
While the speeches may seem long and dreary, they contain points of emphasis which may show, for example, greater focus and financial support for specific industries.
From BBC
From the start, Maggie hated dreary Hydesville, “you Cant think of how Lonesome it is out here …” The girls had few friends their age.
From Literature
Clara Davis, an influential pediatrician, taught that children possessed innate wisdom, and thus their preferences and cravings were a better guide to what they should eat than the dreary and tyrannical “dosage method.”
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
