C2 a feeling of unhappiness and disappointment: 1  Aid workers were said to have been filled with dismay by the appalling conditions that the refugees were living in. 2  The fans watched in/with dismay as their team lost 42â11. 3  She discovered, to her dismay, that her exam was a whole month earlier than she'd expected.
Leaf Smut. In the early spring or late fall reddish-brown to purplish-black spots with pale centers on grass blades are caused by leaf spot fungi. The spots develop on the blades, stems and crowns. Eventually the blades shrivel, crowns and roots rot and die and then irregular patches of thin grass develop in the lawn.
How to Level Uneven Spots in a Lawn. Uneven patches of lawn can not only be unsightly to the proud gardener but they can be a hazard for pets, children and anyone who suddenly steps into a gnarly patch or unseen dip.Fortunately, smoothing out those low spots is a simple process and will reward you with a good looking lawn free from dips and rises.neven patches of lawn can not only be unsightly to the proud gardener but they can be a hazard for pets, children and anyone who suddenly steps into a gnarly patch or unseen dip. Fortunately, smoothing out those low spots is a simple process and will reward you with a good looking lawn free from dips and rises.