dejection

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In the former he proved compellingly contemplative and introspective, while in the latter he established an impressive arc, growing from unleashing unbounded, extroverted dimensions to embodying crumpled dejection.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 9, 2026

It was quite a rallying cry, but Butland would agree that after the dejection of midweek talk is cheap now, for both clubs.

From BBC • Aug. 30, 2025

“I woke up with a big smile on my face today, feeling very loved by all of you,” he wrote on a carousel of photos showing his postrace dejection.

From Seattle Times • May 27, 2024

Drowning in post-traumatic dejection, he occasionally falls short of his own high standards.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 8, 2024

“I see,” Richard said, and as he went back indoors he made sure not to let his dejection show; he walked straight and reminded himself that he was, after all, the master.

From "Half of a Yellow Sun" by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie