sorely

Example Sentences

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Lieutenant Samuel Frost, an Officer Commanding, said Freeman would be "sorely missed, rightfully commemorated, and never forgotten".

From BBC • Jun. 3, 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

He will shake up a stagnant institution at a time when change is sorely needed.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 20, 2026

A response was sorely needed and the Newcastle head coach attempted to jolt his side by wielding the axe.

From BBC • Apr. 12, 2026

I was sorely tempted to ditch the rest of the day, at the very least Gym, but a warning instinct stopped me.

From "Twilight" by Stephenie Meyer