disappointing

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Reasons to look for a new adviser include failure to listen, high fees, the adviser’s retirement, poor communication, disappointing performance, different values, ineffective advice and bad rapport, according to this survey by Financial Advisor Magazine.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 11, 2026

I mean, that’s disappointing too, but it’s not my primary complaint.

From Salon • Jun. 11, 2026

Unfortunately for the South African team that night, Rafa Márquez equalized for El Tri with 11 minutes remaining during what turned out to be a disappointing World Cup for the host nation.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

The athleisure company has coped with negative commentary and disappointing product launches.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026

Thinking of those notes in invisible milk ink might have made Penelope smile had she not felt so pained about disappointing Miss Mortimer.

From "The Interrupted Tale" by Maryrose Wood