Example Sentences

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But loss isn’t a technical challenge to be remediated—it’s deeply, entirely, and wretchedly human, and the only way out is through.

From Slate • Apr. 23, 2026

Inspectors have described Scotland's largest prison as being in a "wretchedly poor state" while operating at 30% over capacity.

From BBC • Apr. 8, 2025

In many cases, toxin levels are low, or the amount of plant material you would have to ingest to present symptoms is wretchedly high.

From Seattle Times • Oct. 28, 2023

There was one that referred to her as "wretchedly self-absorbed."

From Salon • May 1, 2022

Thus, she intended to keep Gwydion alive; perhaps, Taran thought wretchedly, Gwydion would be better off dead.

From "The Book of Three" by Lloyd Alexander