discouraged

Example Sentences

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But looking to revitalise weak spending, China discouraged "one-size-fits-all" bans in 2024, contributing to a resurgence of the ancient fireworks trade.

From Barron's

Moreover, and perhaps more importantly, these new immigrants, aware of the ways in which “English” was being used as code for “American,” discouraged their children from learning their native-language.

From Salon

Like several other families we spoke to, she was discouraged from having a post-mortem, leaving the cause of Felix's death unknown.

From BBC

What if adults stopped believing in magic because they were always discouraged by others?

From Literature

"I do feel a bit discouraged sometimes, but I still believe that one day it will be our turn," she added.

From Barron's