as in deep
extending far downward
a desperate cry echoing from the abysmal reaches of the cave
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Recent Examples of abysmal
Capital outlays are rising, but its last attempt to tap equity markets for 500 billion yen in November was abysmal.
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Hudson Lockett, Reuters, 11 Sep. 2025
The only problem is the offense was abysmal, mustering just two field goals.
—Noah Camras, MSNBC Newsweek, 11 Sep. 2025
The abysmal American diet On average, children in the United States get nearly two-thirds of their calories from ultraprocessed foods packed full of additives and high-calorie sugars, salt and fat, according to a recent CDC report.
—Sandee Lamotte, CNN Money, 10 Sep. 2025
The burden falls on Gazprom, whose recent financial performance has been abysmal.
—Ariel Cohen, Forbes.com, 9 Sep. 2025
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Hudson Lockett, Reuters, 11 Sep. 2025
The only problem is the offense was abysmal, mustering just two field goals.
—Noah Camras, MSNBC Newsweek, 11 Sep. 2025
The abysmal American diet On average, children in the United States get nearly two-thirds of their calories from ultraprocessed foods packed full of additives and high-calorie sugars, salt and fat, according to a recent CDC report.
—Sandee Lamotte, CNN Money, 10 Sep. 2025
The burden falls on Gazprom, whose recent financial performance has been abysmal.
—Ariel Cohen, Forbes.com, 9 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for abysmal
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Driving through deep water can also negatively affect a vehicle's mechanical and electrical systems.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
4 Oct. 2025
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Driving through deep water can also damage a vehicle's mechanical and electrical systems.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
4 Oct. 2025
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Across Jamaica, resorts are embracing bolder design, elevated local cuisine, and a more profound sense of place.—
AFAR Media,
AFAR Media,
27 Sep. 2025
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My friendship and partnership with Graham has been profound and certainly one of the most enjoyable relationships of my life.—
Nellie Andreeva,
Deadline,
26 Sep. 2025
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“Abysmal.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/abysmal. Accessed 5 Oct. 2025.
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