depressing

Example Sentences

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True, but the glumness of said world is central to Hoover’s zeitgeisty appeal — a point she underlines a few beats later, Kenna insisting that the radio only ever plays depressing songs.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 12, 2026

"This study is probably the most depressing project I've been involved with in my entire life," Amaral said.

From Science Daily • Mar. 7, 2026

Ablakwa described the figures as "depressing and frightening," saying Ghana "cannot turn a blind eye to these heartbreaking statistics".

From BBC • Feb. 27, 2026

Major tech companies face billions in AI spending, damaging financial footing and depressing free cash flow, making investors nervous.

From Barron's • Feb. 25, 2026

It was so depressing that she wondered if Matsushima, Miyajima, and Amanohashidate were famous because they were the only beautiful places in Japan.

From "A Place to Belong" by Cynthia Kadohata