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poor

[poor] / pʊər /






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“If we don’t hold out own parties accountable, it’s a poor reflection on us as a whole.”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 13, 2026

Ideaya’s treatment targets an aggressive form of uveal melanoma that generally has a poor prognosis because it occurs in patients who lack the genetic marker to receive typical immunotherapy.

From Barron's • Apr. 13, 2026

Despite the poor sales forecast, home prices are still expected to rise this year, Yun said.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 13, 2026

McIlroy secured the victory despite poor driving accuracy, relying on extensive course knowledge gained from weeks of practice.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 13, 2026

The last I see of poor Pua is her standing alone in the middle of the hall.

From "Clairboyance" by Kristiana Kahakauwila