downhearted

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Following the draw with Belgium, downhearted captain Rachel Corsie attempted to channel all she had left to give after a gut-busting performance.

From BBC • Dec. 2, 2023

To set small, achievable goals and work towards them steadily, and not get too downhearted when you fall backwards.

From Salon • Sep. 9, 2023

But the complaints about high ticket prices left people there “dispirited, downhearted and yes, disillusioned,” publisher Christopher Phillips wrote late last week in a post announcing the shutdown.

From Seattle Times • Feb. 7, 2023

Another follows the duo as they’re diagnosed with depression — because they believe girls prefer downhearted guys.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 4, 2022

Even the most downhearted would kiss the ring.

From "Scythe" by Neal Shusterman