despair
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Behind the complaining is her feeling of despair.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 23, 2026
Professional victim support is essential and "can sometimes even be a matter of life and death" due to the shame, intense fear, despair and constant pressure being so overwhelming.
From BBC • Apr. 10, 2026
As Linda, she exudes a tightly coiled ferocity in sharp contrast to the fog of despair in which Willy seems to move.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 10, 2026
The festival hopes to encourage artists and fans to turn to comedy, theater, creativity and community instead of despair.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026
“I can’t get any lobsters, so you will have to do without salad today,” said Mr. March, coming in half an hour later, with an expression of placid despair.
From "Little Women" by Louisa May Alcott
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