discouraging

Example Sentences

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It puts you in your place and, whether you realize it or not, it’s a subversive way of controlling the outcome and discouraging you from using your voice.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 6, 2026

It’s remarkable — and discouraging — how many people are disengaged from their own financial lives.

From MarketWatch • May 11, 2026

They’re like elite athletes who use slights to fuel their pursuits of even greater achievements, instead of just brushing aside discouraging remarks.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 30, 2026

James Brash, a registered nutritionist and content creator, tells the BBC that fitness and diet advice are not innately bad – and he isn't discouraging people from trying to be healthier.

From BBC • Apr. 24, 2026

If you’re trying to get Audubon’s pages back, and stupid Marysville is selling them off faster than you can find them, it gets sort of discouraging.

From "Okay for Now" by Gary D. Schmidt