badly

Example Sentences

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But this time, the pregnancy went badly sideways.

From The Wall Street Journal

"Even if it had gone badly, I was doing myself a kindness to put it to rest and gain some closure," he says.

From BBC

“Probably trying to improve the fire road. It’s badly overgrown just south of the fire. We will hold for now until I hear Heavy Equipment is being deployed.”

From Los Angeles Times

"The fans accept playing badly, but if you don't put the heart and your commitment for the people who adore the club more than we love it..."

From BBC

Many of these families are victims of the earthquake which badly damaged Mandalay and surrounding areas in March, and are hoping for a handout.

From BBC