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The lack of upward movement is likely to disappoint Wall Street, Zafar says, given the company’s long history of beating and raising expectations.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 17, 2026

Piccioli's first couture collection for Balenciaga certainly didn't disappoint, with the former Valentino man honouring founder Cristóbal's signature styles and shapes.

From BBC ● Jul. 9, 2026

If free cash flow improvements disappoint, capital expenditures and the depreciation that comes with them will still “hit on schedule” and squeeze margins, Slok added.

From MarketWatch ● Jul. 9, 2026

And though the investment may disappoint, it’s a critical reminder that studios, even independent ones, will always prioritize their bottom line over the consumer’s interest.

From Salon ● Jun. 23, 2026

And I’d hate to disappoint the taxpayers, so I’ll just be on my way, then.

From "Drums, Girls, and Dangerous Pie" by Jordan Sonnenblick

AES stock falls as $15-a-share offer disappoints shareholders.

From Barron's ● Mar. 2, 2026

"I wouldn't want to be a baker who disappoints her, but I can see her being very encouraging at the same time."

From BBC ● Feb. 14, 2026

Even if it disappoints some people, it’s the more important message to put out into the world.

From Los Angeles Times ● Dec. 25, 2025

Those choices will arrive faster for Europe given its sclerotic economic growth, but they could also hit the U.S. if economic growth disappoints.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 13, 2025

I don’t know why, but his reaction disappoints me.

From "Allegiant" by Veronica Roth

Heikai Briesenicc, 57, had stopped by Denns Bio Markt to buy potatoes last Sunday and was disappointed to find them off-limits.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 19, 2026

In response, the Australian government said it was "deeply frustrated and bitterly disappointed" more serious charges had not been pursued following the deaths of the six backpackers.

From BBC ● Jul. 18, 2026

"The Australian Government is deeply frustrated and bitterly disappointed that authorities in Laos are not pursuing the most serious charges," Foreign Minister Penny Wong said.

From Barron's ● Jul. 17, 2026

Japan were disappointed that their World Cup ended at the last-32 stage, having stood out as one of the most exciting teams early on.

From BBC ● Jul. 17, 2026

I try to squeeze Avery’s hand in case she’s disappointed, but her hand is too busy clapping to be squeezed.

From "Keeping Pace" by Laurie Morrison

It’s not that the clothes were ever disappointing, she clarifies — it’s just that the anticipation was such a big part of the process.

From Salon ● Jul. 18, 2026

After asking tough questions of CEO Arvind Krishna, the board agreed to take its medicine and disclose the disappointing results in the hopes of winning credibility for transparency.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 16, 2026

The subsequent run to the Euro 2024 final was stodgy with the occasional highlight, but culminated in a disappointing performance in the Berlin showpiece as Spain beat Southgate's side 2-1.

From BBC ● Jul. 15, 2026

A disappointing preliminary earnings report from International Business Machines on Tuesday seemed to solidify that trend.

From MarketWatch ● Jul. 14, 2026

Just the Assignment Ceremony, at Twelve: the disappointing surprise, then, of being named Birthmother.

From "Son" by Lois Lowry