miserably
Example Sentences
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They extracted value for Smith, who wound up struggling miserably in Vegas.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jan. 26, 2026
During his Mastermind appearance, Panesar did well on his specialist subject but failed miserably when it came to general knowledge.
From Barron's ● Nov. 20, 2025
“The status quo is failing miserably the people of L.A. County,” he said.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 26, 2025
Our grandchildren must aim higher than we have, for we have failed miserably.
From Salon ● Sep. 12, 2025
He tiptoed after her into the room, which was cold and smelled of furniture polish, and miserably gray in the light from the rain-washed window.
From "The Book of Dust: La Belle Sauvage" by Philip Pullman
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