discouraged

Example Sentences

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I feel like I’m just stuck in shut-down and discouraged mode.

From MarketWatch

A silent half hour passed; Charles grew discouraged.

From Literature

I’m really trying to dig a way for independent people to strive for themselves, put forth the effort, and not be discouraged by anything.

From Los Angeles Times

My first go-around with the monkeys left me a little discouraged—but not too much.

From Literature

After her first junior national competitions at 9 years old discouraged her from dreaming of the Olympics, Glenn is now the oldest U.S. women’s singles skater to make the Olympic team since 1928.

From Los Angeles Times