- present participle of despair.
despairing
Example Sentences
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Despite facing notable challenges and coming of age in a culture infected by “big woe,” or an onslaught of despairing information, Moore believes there is still reason for young people to be optimistic.
From MarketWatch ● Sep. 8, 2026
But he's already despairing about his future housing prospects.
From BBC ● May 12, 2026
Still, Ohm is more despairing and miserable than any of the wretched worms Scott has acted to date.
From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 30, 2026
As wars multiply, Pope Leo’s aides aren’t despairing about the possibilities of diplomacy.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Mar. 21, 2026
The badger sank into a seat at the table, melting into the leather like a despairing black-and-white puddle.
From "The Undead Fox of Deadwood Forest" by Aubrey Hartman
