dejectedly

Example Sentences

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Fresno State’s nine players dejectedly walked off the field, as if they’d been walked off in a mercy-rule defeat.

From Los Angeles Times • May 30, 2025

“My business has been open here for 23 years,” he said, dejectedly.

From BBC • Dec. 6, 2024

The former Bush aide did not respond, instead looking dejectedly at the table.

From Salon • Sep. 12, 2024

On Thursday, he dejectedly dismantled the shanty, which was in about three inches of water.

From New York Times • Feb. 2, 2024

It was nice to be alone, not to have to smile and look pleased; a relief to stare dejectedly out the window at the sheeting rain and let just a few tears escape.

From "Twilight" by Stephenie Meyer