The children were disappointed, but they started again.

Meaning: This sentence describes the children's initial disappointment at the destruction of their sandcastle, but also their resilience as they start building again.

Choice of Words: Children are young people, usually under the age of 18. Disappointed means to feel sad or let down because something did not happen the way you wanted it to. But is a conjunction that connects two contrasting ideas. They refers to a group of people or things that have been mentioned before. Started means to begin doing something.

Alternative Expressions

Related Expressions

• The children were disappointed, but they knew winter wasn't over yet.
• The children were disappointed, but they knew the ball was gone.
• The children were disappointed when their sandcastles fell apart.
• The party started late but ended early.
• The cat went outside and started chasing butterflies again.
• They were tired but happy when they went home.
• The fans were disappointed with the result.
• The passengers were disappointed.
• They were all tired but happy to see each other.
• Their clothes were soaked, but they didn't care.