Example Sentences

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"They are trying to present me as it," he said, dejectedly.

From BBC • Jan. 10, 2026

Fresno State’s nine players dejectedly walked off the field, as if they’d been walked off in a mercy-rule defeat.

From Los Angeles Times • May 30, 2025

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

The Starling gazed dejectedly for a moment at the Twins.

From "Mary Poppins" by P. L. Travers