disappoint
Example Sentences
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The level of funding is broadly the same as the previous scheme, leaving some councils disappointed that there has not been more money allocated.
From BBC
“While the year-end numbers are disappointing, they are not unexpected,” he said in a statement.
From Los Angeles Times
"I'm obviously very, very, very disappointed in Robert. I'm a great believer in loyalty and he's shown a complete lack of loyalty there," he said.
From BBC
Although the lack of a definite launch date disappointed investors, Leshock notes that it “nearly impossible to accurately predict the timing of any rocket program with a high degree of certainty.”
From MarketWatch
"That's how we conceded the goals. Not up to our standards really. It's a bit disappointing, the second half, but a win."
From BBC
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