wretched

Example Sentences

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Had Quins not had such a wretched season, more of the spotlight might have been on Sale.

From BBC • Mar. 30, 2026

As wretched as smog was, Angelenos were not about to stop driving their cars, so the cars had to change.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 26, 2026

However, Newcastle's wretched away form had been quietly turning following wins at Tottenham Hotspur, Aston Villa and Qarabag in recent weeks.

From BBC • Mar. 14, 2026

"It was a very tough match," said the 2021 US Open champion, who had a wretched major record last year.

From Barron's • Jan. 23, 2026

Surely there is no more wretched sight than the human body unloved and uncared for.

From "The Hiding Place" by Corrie ten Boom