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morose

[muh-rohs] / məˈroʊs /


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Critics think there’s more to the story than Americans feeling particularly morose.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 10, 2026

A morose horse, rice cakes, and a Harry Potter villain have become surprise hits in China ahead of the country's Lunar New Year holiday.

From Barron's Feb. 5, 2026

For starters, some chronic oversavers can be anxious and morose.

From MarketWatch Oct. 24, 2025

As Tuesday’s deliberations concluded, Combs was seen praying in the courtroom and looking morose, according to the Associated Press.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 1, 2025

There is nothing more appalling than a constantly morose child.

From "I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings" by Maya Angelou




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