depressing

Example Sentences

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While some find annual celebrations wonderful, studies show that for many Americans, they can be stressful, isolating and depressing – especially in these divisive times.

From Salon

It was what England needed after a depressing run of one win in 17 Tests.

From BBC

Perhaps the frenetic activity in Harold’s mind keeps him from thinking too much about more depressing subjects, such as his erratic home life.

From New York Times

Jonquay Armon, 50, a client service adviser in Round Lake, Ill., said she found shelters “too depressing,” and would have never gone to one had it not been for these new mall outposts.

From New York Times

The reforms under Reagan eliminated warehousing of mentally ill patients — frequently against their will — in depressing, oft-oppressive state hospitals.

From Los Angeles Times