unsatisfactory

Example Sentences

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The question of why has been much debated over the years; at his trial, Meursault offers an unsatisfactory answer: “because of the sun.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 2, 2026

If they don’t respond on time or if their response is unsatisfactory, they can be penalized.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 20, 2025

He found it very unsatisfactory to be said, “I have a gift” because I work very hard at something.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 13, 2025

When he was handed the ball on the second day, his career bowling average stood at an unsatisfactory 37.63.

From BBC • Oct. 20, 2025

Manetti’s account is puzzling and unsatisfactory, but it is all we have.

From "The Invention of Science" by David Wootton