dreary

Example Sentences

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With home sellers tired of watching their listings languish in a dreary housing market, more of them are opting to take their chances by renting out their homes.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 22, 2026

After Harvard Law and a dreary turn as a tax attorney, he joined the rough-and-tumble New York commodities firm J. Aron.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 20, 2026

As our thoughts turn to the hope of spring following a grey and dreary start to the year, fashion is always one step ahead.

From BBC • Mar. 10, 2026

"I think a lot of American horror comics are quite dreary in terms of their aesthetic," Walsh said.

From Barron's • Feb. 19, 2026

Mona led me forth into the dreary, hollowed-out chamber, into Aunt Fannie’s presence.

From "Secrets at Sea" by Richard Peck