Example Sentences

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“My business has been open here for 23 years,” he said, dejectedly.

From BBC • Dec. 6, 2024

The former Bush aide did not respond, instead looking dejectedly at the table.

From Salon • Sep. 12, 2024

Han and Bischof stare dejectedly at the damaged organ.

From Science Magazine • Jun. 21, 2023

If you like shows where young women in smeared makeup dejectedly behold themselves in club mirrors, watch this.

From New York Times • Nov. 3, 2022

“Until then, I guess I’m out of action,” he said dejectedly, “unless I learn how to steer a boat with my feet.”

From "Flush" by Carl Hiaasen