be dismayed to learn

Frequency: 5.02.2 per million words

To feel shocked and disappointed upon discovering something unpleasant.

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Examples (10)

  • We were dismayed to learn of the sudden closure of the factory.
  • She was dismayed to learn that her application had been rejected.
  • I would be dismayed to learn that my friends were involved in such activities.
  • Many citizens were dismayed to learn about the corruption scandal.
  • He is dismayed to learn that his favorite cafe is closing down.
  • You might be dismayed to learn how much waste is produced daily.
  • The team was dismayed to learn of their colleague's resignation.
  • I am dismayed to learn that the project has been delayed indefinitely.
  • Parents were dismayed to learn about the changes to the school curriculum.
  • We all were dismayed to learn the extent of the damage caused by the storm.