disappointing

Example Sentences

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And the fact that the producers leave themselves an out just in case someone wants a season 2 is disappointing: The series is a complete story, with a beginning and an end.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 21, 2026

“This two-year transformation comes with difficult decisions and a disappointing short-term financial performance, but I firmly believe that, together, these actions are better positioning Ubisoft to deliver sustainable free cash flow over time,” he said.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 20, 2026

Labour leader Anas Sarwar, acknowledging it had been a disappointing election for his party, said the parliament had a responsibility to take on "the politics of fear and blame" and win over a "scunnered" public.

From BBC • May 19, 2026

"All told, the April activity data are disappointing but not cause for alarm just yet," he wrote, adding that he anticipates growth remaining "resilient over the rest of the year".

From Barron's • May 18, 2026

Despite this disappointing and worrisome news, Antonio also brought back something good—a pirarara, a type of catfish.

From "Death on the River of Doubt" by Samantha Seiple