miserable

Example Sentences

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Western experts say such workers endure miserable living and working conditions, have their movements restricted and see most of their wages commandeered by the North Korean state.

From Barron's • Mar. 29, 2026

“The economy feels a bit miserable right now. And I’m shifting from autopilot to a more intentional strategy.”

From MarketWatch • Mar. 28, 2026

He knew, too, that it wasn’t all miserable.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 22, 2026

Their miserable dynamic is compelling but overall comes off like a plot point Tuason stuffed in his pocket and never got around to using.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 11, 2026

Figuratively, they escaped from Count Olaf and their miserable existence.

From "The Bad Beginning" by Lemony Snicket