despair

Example Sentences

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The festival hopes to encourage artists and fans to turn to comedy, theater, creativity and community instead of despair.

From Los Angeles Times

The badger sank into a seat at the table, melting into the leather like a despairing black-and-white puddle.

From Literature

"I lived between despair and hope that my daughter might still be alive," she explained.

From BBC

In response, Swinney accused them of pedalling a "doom loop of despair".

From BBC

Energised by her act of defiance, Ridings spent a year in Los Angeles, writing her way out of despair.

From BBC