subpar

Example Sentences

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On other tracks, she stands on business, solidifying her status as a major catch and refusing to compromise for a subpar man.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026

The Occidental underperformance highlights Berkshire’s generally subpar U.S. stock picking—new buys and sells—over the past six or seven years.

From Barron's • Mar. 19, 2026

DBS raises its target price to HK$88.00 from HK$75.00 but maintains a hold rating on the company’s likely subpar margins.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 19, 2026

At the end of the interview, when they ask if you have any questions for them, this is when you can circle back to that subpar answer.

From MarketWatch • Jan. 16, 2026

“Yeah,” Lydia said, “but another year is a long time to eat subpar pizza.”

From "The Serpent King" by Jeff Zentner