Example Sentences

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Pierre-Landry Kabore had a shot saved; Kyziridis had a header over; Maswanhise screamed lamely for a penalty that was never given.

From BBC • May 9, 2026

“I’ve never heard of her talking about something lamely or with any type of subtlety. When she feels something, she feels at 100%.”

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 16, 2025

This is how Chairman Comer lamely explained all this:

From Salon • Feb. 5, 2024

For years, the bloated awards show fought the twin specters of dwindling ratings and aging viewership by trying, quite lamely, to innovate.

From Washington Post • Mar. 13, 2023

“I’m sorry,” I said lamely, not knowing what else to say.

From "The Chosen" by Chaim Potok