dreadfully

Example Sentences

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An investor only owning those companies that made Bespoke’s list would have done dreadfully.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 27, 2026

And this was a consummate display, cool and measured with a ruthless edge, even if it came against this dreadfully poor Spurs side.

From BBC • Feb. 22, 2026

“When you get such interesting and amusing film roles, it doesn’t seem dreadfully exciting to be in the 257th revival of ‘The Rivals,’” she said.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 17, 2025

"I suffered dreadfully and still do with my periods but was not diagnosed until my 40s."

From BBC • Oct. 7, 2024

She leans in to ask Celia a question, her eyes dreadfully serious.

From "The Night Circus" by Erin Morgenstern