sorely

Example Sentences

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His height, passing and shot-blocking expertise was sorely missed.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 4, 2026

But if Frank thought this would ease the growing anger of travelling fans he would have been sorely mistaken as he once more felt the full force of their fury after the final whistle.

From BBC • Jan. 24, 2026

An ideal future for Morakinyo would be to develop ecotourism -- sorely lacking in Nigeria, despite its rich wildlife -- and possibly generate funds from carbon credits.

From Barron's • Jan. 22, 2026

Leaders who think they do are sorely mistaken.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 19, 2025

Besides, he knew that anyone looking through this particular peephole and hoping for excitement would be sorely disappointed.

From "Six of Crows" by Leigh Bardugo