disappoint
Meaning
To disappoint someone means to fail to meet their expectations or hopes, often causing feelings of sadness or dissatisfaction.
💡 A common mistake is to use "disappoint" without an object, while it typically requires a subject (e.g., "He disappointed her").
Example Sentences
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