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disappointing

[dis-uh-poin-ting] / ˌdɪs əˈpɔɪn tɪŋ /


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"It's obviously disappointing that we haven't yet seen a breakthrough in negotiations and an end to this war in Iran that is a sustainable one," Streeting told Sky News.

From Barron's • Apr. 12, 2026

Wang’s hiring followed the disappointing release of Meta’s previous model, called Llama 4.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 8, 2026

Of all the predictabilities in the horror genre, one is increasingly and irritatingly disappointing: “Girl stuff” seems to just simply not count.

From Salon • Apr. 8, 2026

A Department of Health and Social Care spokesman said the government had offered resident doctors a "generous deal" and it was disappointing the BMA had pressed ahead with strike action.

From BBC • Apr. 6, 2026

The cat regarded him distantly, then stalked away, leaving the carcass; but to the terrier it was a disappointing mess of feathers only.

From "The Incredible Journey" by Sheila Burnford