disappoint
Example Sentences
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Even strong earnings from the tech giants that carried markets higher in recent years could still disappoint investors, and this year’s worries about AI disruptions could return once the fighting ends.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 15, 2026
I did not want to disappoint, so two days later I joined the club for dinner at a local restaurant.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 9, 2026
Stocks are rising today on the latest hope for peace talks, but those have tended to disappoint.
From Barron's • Apr. 6, 2026
"It just feels like we have both trophies, and I just feel immensely proud. And really, to be honest, I didn't want to disappoint Korea."
From BBC • Mar. 16, 2026
Regardless of what I chose to do, I knew I was bound to disappoint someone.
From "Becoming" by Michelle Obama
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