wasted

Example Sentences

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The Trojans wasted no time jumping on the Bobcats in the rematch.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 1, 2026

At its best, the restaurant drama can be sublime, possibly the best thing on TV; but the past two seasons have felt like a wasted opportunity, with the story largely spinning its wheels.

From MarketWatch • May 31, 2026

The Nora wasted little time getting back in business, however.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 28, 2026

Midfielder Harvey Elliott's wasted loan at Aston Villa is "embarrassing for everyone involved", says manager Unai Emery.

From BBC • May 14, 2026

“He got the better woman too, while I wasted time, blinded by beauty! But never mind all that; the point is, young man, if you can’t swim, it’s high time you learned!”

From "Flying Through Water" by Mamle Wolo