dreadful

Example Sentences

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However, during his dreadful run at the Slams last year, Medvedev came back from two sets down in three matches, only to lose them in the deciding set.

From BBC

They were dreadful in the Premier League under Ange Postecoglu last term but it was a different story in Europe as they went on to win the Europa League.

From BBC

The decision comes after two dreadful performances by the Chargers’ offense in consecutive one-and-done playoff losses.

From Los Angeles Times

“That was dreadful. Seriously. It’s like my aunt always says, if it has won lots of awards at festivals, it’s either awful or life-changing, there’s no in between.”

From Literature

Lane said the policy as it remains is still "so dreadful for the rural economy".

From BBC