discouraged
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My Irish Catholic mother’s inherited resentment of Protestant English monarchs discouraged enthusiasm for William of Orange’s successors.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 1, 2026
Though nearly two-thirds of voters in the district are Latino, turnout is usually low among Spanish-speaking voters who are often discouraged by negative attack ads, Democratic activists said.
From Los Angeles Times • May 28, 2026
"Many people struggling with weight are discouraged from trying to lose weight because they fear 'yo-yo dieting' will lead to muscle loss and somehow damage their metabolism," says Prof. Magkos.
From Science Daily • May 17, 2026
He said he felt discouraged from doing so, believing the university would resolve the matter internally.
From BBC • May 15, 2026
“It could be somewhere else in the house, though,” said Hermione in a rallying tone as they walked back downstairs: As Harry and Ron had become more discouraged, she seemed to have become more determined.
From "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows" by J.K. Rowling
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