awful

Example Sentences

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But the cinema spoof still kicks dirt all over those concepts, even when it’s awful.

From Salon • Jun. 11, 2026

"Seeing Jadon close up, technically, he's got an awful lot of ability," said current United interim head coach Michael Carrick when he was asked about Sancho in March.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

Investors have shrugged off signs of consumer distress because shoppers keep spending —even if they feel awful about higher prices.

From Barron's • Jun. 8, 2026

Cauich: With 48 teams and 12 groups, eight best third-place finishers advance in the first round, which means a team would have to be awful to be eliminated in the group stage.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 7, 2026

“It was awful. More awful than I thought possible.”

From "Glitch" by Laura Martin