depressing
Example Sentences
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“It’s so simple, but I think that’s what this landscape is giving me, constant awe in the midst of a really depressing world, and a tough year for the family.”
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 10, 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
Recent reviews have described the mall as derelict, depressing and “a hole of a centre.”
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 5, 2026
Markets tumbled last week after a viral blog post described a gloomy scenario in which AI led to mass layoffs, depressing economic growth.
From Barron's • Mar. 4, 2026
Knowing there are people who don't want me to succeed is depressing.
From "Dear Martin" by Nic Stone
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