disappointing
adjective
dis·ap·point·ing
ˌdis-ə-ˈpȯin-tiŋ 
: failing to meet expectations
a disappointing meal
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Considering who his character becomes to the franchise, this part of the origin story is particularly disappointing.
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Lovia Gyarkye, The Hollywood Reporter, 17 Dec. 2024
The last two seasons with Rodgers under centers have been disappointing, to say the least.
—Valentina Martinez, Newsweek, 16 Dec. 2024
When customers do visit the aesthetically grim stores, too often the experience is disappointing.
—The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 15 Dec. 2024
The Dolphins have too much talent to be so disappointing.
—Chris Perkins, Sun Sentinel, 15 Dec. 2024
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Lovia Gyarkye, The Hollywood Reporter, 17 Dec. 2024
The last two seasons with Rodgers under centers have been disappointing, to say the least.
—Valentina Martinez, Newsweek, 16 Dec. 2024
When customers do visit the aesthetically grim stores, too often the experience is disappointing.
—The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 15 Dec. 2024
The Dolphins have too much talent to be so disappointing.
—Chris Perkins, Sun Sentinel, 15 Dec. 2024
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“Disappointing.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/disappointing. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.
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