dreadfully

Example Sentences

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An investor only owning those companies that made Bespoke’s list would have done dreadfully.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 27, 2026

Rebounding from dreadfully depressing injury news to knock out the NBA’s best rebounding team?

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 17, 2026

While not solely to blame for their dreadfully poor domestic campaigns, injuries have certainly hampered both clubs.

From BBC • May 16, 2025

The BBC approached Michael Ward at the Harrods headquarters and he said: "I am very dreadfully sorry for what has happened with Al Fayed."

From BBC • Nov. 8, 2024

Swiftly, Buckley crossed the room and shook hands with Mr. Dalton, and, turning to Mrs. Dalton, said: “I’m dreadfully sorry, madam.”

From "Native Son" by Richard Wright