act poorly

Examples (10)

• The young actor tended to act poorly under pressure during live performances.
• Despite their talent, the team often acted poorly in crucial championship games.
• Critics argued that the politician acted poorly by ignoring public opinion on the new policy.
• The old machine began to act poorly after years of neglect and lack of maintenance.
• During the negotiation, both sides acted poorly, leading to a complete breakdown of talks.
• His investment strategy acted poorly in the volatile market, resulting in significant losses.
• She felt she had acted poorly in the job interview, forgetting key details about her experience.
• The villain in the play was supposed to be menacing, but the actor made him act poorly, making him seem comical instead.
• When confronted with the truth, some people will act poorly out of embarrassment or anger.
• The company's management acted poorly in response to the scandal, further damaging its reputation.