sadly defunct

Frequency: 4.51.5 per million words

Used to express regret or sadness that something is defunct.

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Examples (20)

  • The old bookshop, a cornerstone of our community, is now sadly defunct.
  • The old cinema, once a town landmark, is now sadly defunct.
  • He cherished his collection of the sadly defunct science fiction magazine.
  • Many people miss the sadly defunct public telephone booths.
  • Many gamers still fondly remember the features of that sadly defunct console.
  • The band's unique sound became sadly defunct after their lead singer left.
  • The local film club became sadly defunct after losing its venue.
  • She lamented the sadly defunct local bookstore, replaced by a chain.
  • She still has a pair of trainers from that sadly defunct sportswear brand.
  • Efforts to revive the sadly defunct charity proved unsuccessful.
  • The annual town festival is sadly defunct due to lack of funding.
  • The sadly defunct railway line now serves as a walking trail.
  • The records of the sadly defunct political party are now in the national archive.
  • He often reminisces about the sadly defunct video rental store.
  • We walked along the path of the sadly defunct railway line.
  • The company's original mission statement is now sadly defunct.
  • The innovative software was lost when the company became sadly defunct.
  • Despite its historical significance, the old factory is sadly defunct.
  • The grand old theatre is now sadly defunct and awaiting demolition.
  • Critics argue that the government's approach to education is sadly defunct.