disservice

Example Sentences

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Information Minister Mohammed Idris described the allegation, made by the AFP news agency quoting intelligence sources, as "completely false and baseless" and a "disservice to the professionalism and integrity" of the security forces.

From BBC • Feb. 24, 2026

Oppenheimer: When you’re writing anything based on fan expectations or giving them the happy ending all tied in a bow, I think you’re doing a disservice to the story.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 17, 2026

Depriving yourself of that joy — especially during a time when there’s already less daylight and more gloom — is simply a disservice to your overall well-being.

From Salon • Feb. 7, 2026

Look at it this way: Using your inheritance to enhance your quality of life and create memories is not doing them a disservice.

From MarketWatch • Jan. 31, 2026

“There were some things you had to know, I suppose, but I feel I’ve done you a disservice by involving you this far.”

From "The Secret History" by Donna Tartt