despair
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But he said that "despair and defeatism are mindsets we cannot afford".
From BBC • Jun. 23, 2026
In addition to the sonic parallels, the song’s combination of despair and spiritual deliverance connects Ms. Orton to the mid-period work of the older Irish songwriter.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 23, 2026
Even if Daniel believes that publicizing the alien footage could unite a broken world, it’s too late for someone like Noah, who is too consumed by his despair to see a way out.
From Salon • Jun. 13, 2026
Beneath the universe’s unrelenting despair, Kripke has always seen “The Boys” as an inherently hopeful story.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026
In despair and confusion, he let the book slip through his hands.
From "The Long-Lost Home" by Maryrose Wood
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