poorly

Example Sentences

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Response ads the campaign did draft, the New York Times reported, tested poorly in focus groups and were never aired.

From Salon • Apr. 5, 2026

The failure, he said, demonstrated "being ahead of the curve is not enough if the product is poorly positioned".

From BBC • Apr. 4, 2026

The event felt poorly organized and vendors received little communication ahead of the convention that only dwindled as the weekend went on, she said.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026

The vast sports complex is one of the few shelters able to take in people with disabilities, despite being poorly adapted to their needs.

From Barron's • Mar. 31, 2026

I began to feel poorly toward the end of May.

From "Educated" by Tara Westover