dejection

Example Sentences

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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

An hour or so ago, he finished last in the Electric Truck A-Main race, but he wore no dejection on his face.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 7, 2025

Salmond was clear that he accepted the democratic verdict of the people but while there was a hint of dejection in his manner, there was a flash of defiance in his words.

From BBC • Oct. 13, 2024

“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

On one side was a short Vietnamese woman, her hair strung over her face, dejection in her eyes.

From "Anger Is a Gift" by Mark Oshiro