poor

Example Sentences

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Despite a poor showing in the polls, Orban's allies deny that there is panic in the Fidesz camp.

From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026

The good news for investors is that high valuations for stocks have historically been a poor predictor of returns over the following year–a pricey market can and often does move higher.

From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026

For years, community members have raised concerns about the high rates of asthma and poor respiratory health among children and residents.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026

Morally and ethically, altering these images was a poor decision by the host.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 3, 2026

Even so, I lifted the poor, mangled thing in a toast—then chomped off the bottom.

From "Bye Forever, I Guess" by Jodi Meadows