disappointment

Example Sentences

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I don’t want to add to your disappointment, but a multi-unit home for $1 million in Chicago’s Ukrainian Village neighborhood is a pretty good deal, according to Joel Berner, a senior economist at Realtor.com.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 3, 2026

I still think there’s plenty of room for disappointment.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026

A Walmart spokesperson didn’t comment on the reports about its disappointment with Instant Checkout’s conversion rate, but said the company is still optimistic about rolling out AI-enabled searches and purchases.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 30, 2026

The disappointment of missing out on a first World Cup in 40 years, after well-taken strikes from Sandro Tonali and Moise Kean for the hosts in Bergamo, will sting for a while yet.

From BBC • Mar. 26, 2026

“Hi,” I said, trying to hide my disappointment, though I was still curious as to why she wanted me.

From "The Line Tender" by Kate Allen