sorely

Example Sentences

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His height, passing and shot-blocking expertise was sorely missed.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 4, 2026

Eleventh-hour explanations are sorely lacking, particularly when other heirs are affected.

From MarketWatch • Feb. 11, 2026

But if Frank thought this would ease the growing anger of travelling fans he would have been sorely mistaken as he once more felt the full force of their fury after the final whistle.

From BBC • Jan. 24, 2026

An ideal future for Morakinyo would be to develop ecotourism -- sorely lacking in Nigeria, despite its rich wildlife -- and possibly generate funds from carbon credits.

From Barron's • Jan. 22, 2026

I was sorely tempted to end the conversation by informing Sergeant Bickle that his son was a potential lunatic, but I refrained.

From "Walk Two Moons" by Sharon Creech