despondence

Example Sentences

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A stronger explanation of why this show is defying our collective doomsday fatigue points is its insistence on pushing back against despondence.

From Salon • Jan. 30, 2023

The exodus reflects growing despondence over prospects at home, where the economy has been in free fall and the U.N. says food shortages affect a third of the population.

From Reuters • Sep. 26, 2022

The anger and despondence of the family is easy to understand considering the magnitude of the crime and the protracted battle they had to fight for justice.

From BBC • Aug. 17, 2022

He drew fouls and whipped passes to teammates and left the Celtics and their fans in a state of despondence.

From New York Times • May 28, 2022

Since Lee’s surrender, Booth’s mood is a mixture of rage and despondence.

From "Lincoln's Last Days: The Shocking Assassination that Changed America Forever" by Bill O'Reilly