crestfallen

Example Sentences

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Fatemah, who was standing in line for bread at a neighborhood bakery, seemed crestfallen as she explained how this Nowruz, which means “new day” in Persian, was even worse than others.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 24, 2026

A crestfallen Jacob Ramsey did not even bother getting to his feet at the Nou Camp.

From BBC • Mar. 18, 2026

But despite a vastly improved performance on her final attempt, a crestfallen Muir was left wanting more on the biggest stage.

From BBC • Feb. 9, 2026

“She was crestfallen, but she recovered quickly,” Nuñez narrates dramatically as she drives away.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 9, 2025

“About fifteen miles...If you keep to the road you may get a lift,” he added good-naturedly, seeing our crestfallen faces.

From "Nectar in a Sieve" by Kamala Markandaya