prove disappointing

Frequency: 7.010.5 per million words

Used when the outcome of something is disappointing.

disappointingVERBS + disappointing

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prove

Examples (10)

  • The much-hyped concert proved disappointing due to poor sound quality.
  • His latest novel has proved disappointing compared to his earlier masterpieces.
  • I'm worried the final results of the experiment will prove disappointing.
  • If the company's earnings prove disappointing again, the stock price will surely fall.
  • The team's performance in the championship proved deeply disappointing for the fans.
  • Despite the positive reviews, the new software proved disappointing in practice.
  • The economic recovery proved disappointing in the last quarter, falling short of expectations.
  • The trip proved slightly disappointing due to the weather.
  • Investing in that startup proved disappointing as it never became profitable.
  • The response to the charity appeal proved disappointing, with fewer donations than hoped.