too bad

Example Sentences

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It’s easy enough in theory to fall back on the principle, “well, too bad — let this be a lesson to you!”

From MarketWatch • May 13, 2026

“I do see this as more of an extension of a live BP situation. So it didn’t feel too bad going into this game.”

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 18, 2026

A 2-1 loss at Fulham might not sound too bad in isolation against an impressive Cottagers side that have eyes on Europe, but it is now 10 league games without a win.

From BBC • Mar. 1, 2026

“Most people would have said, ‘Oh well, that’s too bad.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 4, 2026

It was too bad about Caroline’s lessons, but she’d had a couple of good years at Salisbury.

From "Jacob Have I Loved" by Katherine Paterson