discouragement

Example Sentences

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The moments of discouragement are so heavy in this industry.

From Los Angeles Times

“Starting out in the workforce is already intimidating, and layering on economic instability can easily lead to feelings of stress and discouragement,” said Courtney Alev, a consumer financial advocate for Credit Karma.

From Los Angeles Times

I want to address the discouragement and fear that many who care about democracy and peace and human rights are feeling in America and around the world right now.

From Salon

Disparities like these are a function of our society's continued discouragement of girls pursuing studies and careers in STEM.

From Salon

They’ve got a 2-0 lead on the Pacers, who, if they weren’t as flustered in Game 2 as the Nuggets were on their home floor, are carrying some discouragement of their own.

From Seattle Times