underwhelm

Example Sentences

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However, the bank is clear-eyed that the volatility is tough to stomach, business visibility is limited and there remains a clear downside scenario should prescription trends fail to improve and trial results underwhelm.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 12, 2026

Any policy-related tailwinds will likely underwhelm investor expectations, too, the firm said.

From Barron's • Jan. 7, 2026

Susannah Streeter, head of money and markets, Hargreaves Lansdown, said the appointment of Mr Fiddelke was likely to underwhelm investors.

From BBC • Aug. 20, 2025

Sequels often underwhelm, but “Beetlejuice Beetlejuice” overcomes low expectations with more wit, verve and heart than most of its ilk.

From Salon • Sep. 9, 2024

The Angels always underwhelm, and this was the latest example.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 4, 2024