Meaning of the word "reality is (often) disappointing" in English
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reality is (often) disappointing
US /riˈæləti ɪz (ˈɔfən) ˌdɪsəˈpɔɪntɪŋ/
UK /riˈæləti ɪz (ˈɒfən) ˌdɪsəˈpɔɪntɪŋ/
Idiom
a phrase used to express that the actual outcome or state of things is less desirable than what was expected or imagined
Example:
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I thought the vacation would be perfect, but reality is often disappointing.
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He wanted to be a rock star, but reality is disappointing; he's now an accountant.
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