The dismality of the abandoned town settled over us like a cold fog, making every step feel heavier.

The once-vibrant harbor grew dismaller after the storm, its cranes rusting and the warehouses empty.

After the storm, the once lively promenade looked dismaler than ever.

Even on sunny mornings, dismal Jimmy sat alone at the café, scowling at anyone who smiled.

She kept the dismal Jimmies on a dusty shelf as a reminder of their lost cheer.

At the career fair, he admitted his interest in the dismal sciences, surprising some employers who expected applicants from more upbeat majors.

Many students dismiss the dismal science until they see how it explains real-world problems.