disappointing

Example Sentences

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Rendon’s attitude and performance became so disappointing that the Angels effectively told him to stay away in 2026 and restructured the final year of his contract.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 4, 2026

The Cardinals are one of MLB’s biggest surprises, unexpectedly surging into playoff contention after three consecutive disappointing campaigns.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jul. 1, 2026

Meta's own models, repeatedly delayed, have proved disappointing even internally.

From Barron's • Jul. 1, 2026

A Welsh Labour source said Plaid's response "to safeguarding the country's defences is disappointing but not surprising".

From BBC • Jun. 30, 2026

For the first time since our disappointing trip to the library, I have a clue.

From "South of Somewhere" by Kalena Miller