disappointment

Example Sentences

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I still think there’s plenty of room for disappointment.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026

The stock is now down 54% from our last update and we’re taking this disappointment as a sign to move on from the pick and drop coverage.

From Barron's • Mar. 31, 2026

A Walmart spokesperson didn’t comment on the reports about its disappointment with Instant Checkout’s conversion rate, but said the company is still optimistic about rolling out AI-enabled searches and purchases.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 30, 2026

Not only can the word cure generate expectations that may not be met and engender disappointment, he says, but it could also have unforeseen practical implications.

From Slate • Mar. 29, 2026

Charles, on the other hand, went home to hear what a disappointment he was to his father.

From "Mr. Lemoncello's Library Olympics" by Chris Grabenstein