dejected
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Early this month, a dejected Betts had as tough a time explaining to reporters why, despite hitting the ball hard and stacking disciplined at-bats, he’d had little to show for it.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 16, 2026
They’re a stark contrast to Bonnie’s dejected demeanor whenever the girls from her dance class make fun of her for still playing with toys when they’ve all moved on to tablets.
From Salon ● Jun. 21, 2026
My heart goes out to any parent who sent a dejected little Knicks fan to bed at halftime, explaining they had school the next day.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 11, 2026
The Arsenal manager and players understandably looked dejected at the full-time whistle.
From BBC ● May 30, 2026
“That’s what I thought,” May said, turning up her nose at the dejected, sarcastic imp.
From "Half Upon a Time" by James Riley
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