unsatisfactory

Example Sentences

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Eventually, Stacy learned about Mpoyi’s living situation off campus and found it to be unsatisfactory for him.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 2, 2026

International Cricket Council referee Jeff Crowe is yet to deliver his assessment of the pitch, pondering whether to give it an "unsatisfactory" rating which would see the venue slapped with a demerit point.

From Barron's • Dec. 28, 2025

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

Canada could sue Stellantis for breach of contract should Joly find the company’s response unsatisfactory, officials say.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 15, 2025

She’s assuming I’ll never go buy new, unsatisfactory clothes on my own.

From "The Help" by Kathryn Stockett