helplessness

Example Sentences

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As a political activist living under severe repression Shirin suffers a feeling of helplessness.

From BBC • May 10, 2026

Reducing the feelings of helplessness and even rage that new parents experience is itself a meaningful thing.

From Slate • May 3, 2026

With every passing minute, the frustration and helplessness grew heavier.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 15, 2026

"With a face full of resentment and helplessness, it really looks like an employee coaxing themselves to go to work," wrote one Weibo user.

From Barron's • Feb. 5, 2026

Equally exciting would be the work involved in overcoming that helplessness.

From "Me Talk Pretty One Day" by David Sedaris