desperation

Example Sentences

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Analysts have varying interpretations of the move, with some seeing it as a sign of desperation, or a lack of volunteers.

From Barron's • Apr. 1, 2026

“It’s judging our desperation rate,” said Nicole Moore, president of Rideshare Drivers United.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 1, 2026

Holly Dagres, an Iran specialist at The Washington Institute for Near East Policy think tank told the BBC that the use of children at security checkpoints "underscores the desperation of the Islamic Republic".

From BBC • Mar. 31, 2026

Except Paul isn’t magic; she waves her red flags high and proud, and the good folks at ABC, Hulu and Disney charged at them with the oblivious desperation of so many trapped, maddened bulls.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 21, 2026

Regina’s flexibility and desperation led her to a surprising gamut of jobs.

From "Endgame" by Frank Brady