dispirited
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At some point between his second-inning exit, and the Dodgers’ historic rally in the top of the fifth, a dispirited Flaherty decided against any further self-pity.
From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 1, 2024
While Bayern Munich's players celebrated in front of their jubilant fans at the final whistle, Arsenal's players looked dispirited after a damaging few days that has hurt their campaign.
From BBC • Apr. 17, 2024
They might be dispirited after losing at Wembley, but maybe that defeat means they think they have got to win the FA Cup now.
From BBC • Feb. 26, 2024
It comes at a time when those opposed to the Kremlin strongman, who have sought to unite, feel more dispirited than ever.
From New York Times • Feb. 19, 2024
Uglúk’s words were enough, apparently, to satisfy the Isengarders; but the other Orcs were both dispirited and rebellious.
From "The Two Towers" by J. R. R. Tolkien
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The Red Pony
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The Wind in the Willows
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"Watership Down" by Richard Adams, Chapters 35-38
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