anticlimactically
- a word derived from anticlimactic.
- a word derived from anticlimax.
Example Sentences
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The play ends rather anticlimactically with Sam’s future uncertain, but that’s perhaps as intended.
From New York Times • Feb. 1, 2024
Chimpsky's story ends first with a scare, and then rather anticlimactically: He was initially sold to a pharmaceutical animal testing laboratory, but after public outcry, moved to the Black Beauty Ranch in Texas.
From Salon • Jun. 25, 2023
In June 2020, though, the family’s lawsuit ended anticlimactically in dismissal before a jury even had the chance to see any evidence.
From Slate • May 23, 2023
The rollercoaster game ended anticlimactically, as the Patrick Mahomes-led Chiefs won the coin toss and marched downfield to score, leaving Josh Allen and the Bills without a chance to extend the game.
From Washington Times • Mar. 29, 2022
Rather anticlimactically, she adds, "A disgrace to the family."
From "How the García Girls Lost Their Accents" by Julia Alvarez
