disappointing draw

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A draw that is considered a poor or unsatisfactory result, often for the favored team.

drawADJECTIVE + NOUN

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disappointing

Examples (10)

  • The match ended in a disappointing draw for the home team.
  • For the fans who traveled for hours, the 0-0 result was a truly disappointing draw.
  • The manager described the result as a disappointing draw, given their dominance in the second half.
  • They had to settle for a disappointing draw, which cost them the top spot in the league.
  • Conceding an equalizer in the final minute sealed a disappointing draw for the champions.
  • Despite having a clear advantage, the chess grandmaster could only manage a disappointing draw.
  • The club's hopes of progressing in the cup were dented by the disappointing draw away from home.
  • Last season, their title challenge was derailed by too many disappointing draws against weaker teams.
  • Another disappointing draw will seriously jeopardize their chances of qualifying.
  • After leading by two goals, coming away with only a disappointing draw felt like a defeat.