disheartening
Example Sentences
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"It took a lot of time, a lot of money and a lot of effort. It's just such a waste and it's so disheartening."
From BBC • Mar. 13, 2026
He’s 0-6 in the playoffs and the Chargers’ disheartening loss to the New England Patriots in the wild-card playoffs probably gave him plenty of reasons to think about his future.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 7, 2026
It was disheartening to see the Washington Post publishing stories without Iranian reporters involved.
From Slate • Mar. 3, 2026
But beyond all the hype lies a disheartening reality: The business behind the stock has continued to struggle.
From MarketWatch • Oct. 25, 2025
Visitors keep one’s spirits up in prison, and the absence of them can be disheartening.
From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
