disappointing

Example Sentences

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Wall Street economists are expecting a March jobs rebound, but a disappointing report would confirm deeper concerns about the economy.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

And although the sales outlook for the current quarter was disappointing, as the launch of the new RH Estates initiative was delayed, Friedman tried to reassure investors that sales growth would resume acceleration.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 1, 2026

He sees Microsoft with “many mouths to feed” and he doesn’t believe that’s a “good excuse” for the disappointing Azure performance.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 30, 2026

Despite $373 billion in cash and defensive businesses, Berkshire’s stock performance is disappointing.

From Barron's • Mar. 28, 2026

We go inside, and absolutely nothing has changed, which is disappointing and thrilling all at the same time.

From "Hurricane Child" by Kheryn Callender