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Example Sentences

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If either he or Boll hoped Musk’s endorsement would boost the film’s profile, they’ll be sorely mistaken: Bot armies don’t pay to rent movies.

From Salon • Jun. 30, 2026

After all, focusing resources elsewhere and letting CBS News continue its genteel decline would be sorely tempting.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 19, 2026

"He will be sorely missed both at home and on screen. We'll never forget him."

From BBC • Apr. 30, 2026

The bigger issue is that investors who stuck with staples, foregoing bigger gains in hopes they would provide a smoother ride, have been sorely mistaken.

From Barron's • Apr. 28, 2026

All that day I was sorely troubled by what had passed between us.

From "Ophelia" by Lisa Klein