Example Sentences

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But loss isn’t a technical challenge to be remediated—it’s deeply, entirely, and wretchedly human, and the only way out is through.

From Slate • Apr. 23, 2026

In many cases, toxin levels are low, or the amount of plant material you would have to ingest to present symptoms is wretchedly high.

From Seattle Times • Oct. 28, 2023

There was one that referred to her as "wretchedly self-absorbed."

From Salon • May 1, 2022

They are wretchedly poor, and live in a cave close to the huge alcove in the cliff where one of the Buddhas used to stand.

From BBC • Nov. 8, 2021

When he was traveling around the world on the Beagle, Charles was wretchedly seasick almost every day he was on board the ship.

From "Charles and Emma: The Darwins' Leap of Faith" by Deborah Heiligman