sad sack

Example Sentences

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The Chargers are a sad sack organization that will never build a team worthy of a talent like Herbert.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 16, 2023

Would that Christmas sad sack be hosting a cooking show on TikTok?

From Seattle Times • Nov. 6, 2023

The younger Hoffman’s messy hair and hangdog face do little to explain why, exactly, Sam is such a sad sack.

From New York Times • Nov. 10, 2022

Nevertheless, "I Want You Back" is a compatible showcase for its sad sack leads.

From Salon • Feb. 11, 2022

Norse god of mischief Loki has been reduced to a traumatized sad sack in the Marvel television show that bears his name.

From Washington Post • Jul. 22, 2021