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Worse than useless

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23 May 2026

Worse than useless

We use this expression to say that something is absolutely terrible.

Written: Yes

Spoken: Yes

Formal: No

Informal: Yes

Example 1

If you've got a headache, try some of this.

No - I tried that last time. It was worse than useless. It made me feel sick as well!

Example 2

What's the new goalkeeper like?

Worse than useless! He let in five goals last week!

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