has been disappointing
- present perfect progressive of disappoint (3rd person singular).
Example Sentences
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"What has been disappointing for us is to see the significant increase in the price of sustainable aviation fuel," Walsh said.
From BBC ● Apr. 8, 2026
"He has this hugely qualified resume but then when you look at what done in politics so far it has been disappointing."
From Barron's ● Feb. 13, 2026
However, Villeroy said progress on deepening the single European market for goods, services, savings and investment has been disappointing.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jan. 12, 2026
Hershey Co. said Thursday that candy buying ahead of Halloween has been disappointing so far, as warmer weather and a Friday holiday have people waiting until the last minute to go shopping.
From MarketWatch ● Oct. 30, 2025
Every single moment of this reunion has been disappointing.
From "South of Somewhere" by Kalena Miller
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