doldrums

Example Sentences

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In the doldrums of COVID, Gil would come around to check in on the renovation.

From Slate • Mar. 25, 2026

But the Lakers went through December doldrums losing four out of five.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 20, 2026

But overall the fallout from the war is another blow for Europe's traditional industrial powerhouse as it is struggling to rebound after a long period in the doldrums.

From Barron's • Mar. 13, 2026

Linda had not merely been there to stave off the post-Beatles doldrums.

From Salon • Feb. 27, 2026

After three weeks of the doldrums I made Ruth May get out of bed.

From "The Poisonwood Bible" by Barbara Kingsolver