dejectedly

Example Sentences

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She got more and more frustrated, to the point that when Bass was allowed time for a rebuttal, she dejectedly proclaimed, “I haven’t been offered that in a lot of this debate.”

From Los Angeles Times • May 6, 2026

The former Bush aide did not respond, instead looking dejectedly at the table.

From Salon • Sep. 12, 2024

On Thursday, he dejectedly dismantled the shanty, which was in about three inches of water.

From New York Times • Feb. 2, 2024

Han and Bischof stare dejectedly at the damaged organ.

From Science Magazine • Jun. 21, 2023

“Until then, I guess I’m out of action,” he said dejectedly, “unless I learn how to steer a boat with my feet.”

From "Flush" by Carl Hiaasen