downhearted

Example Sentences

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Having been slammed in the White House, then feted in the UK, his mood, in public at least, was not downhearted.

From BBC

For anyone who’s ever felt adrift or behind in life, this keenly observed and inventively structured Argentine tragicomedy mines dry humor from the absurdity of social norms and its protagonist’s downhearted demeanor.

From Los Angeles Times

"I knew how downhearted my wife would be if she'd lost a ring that had sentimental value to her, so that was in the back of my mind."

From BBC

"Don't get disillusioned and downhearted, don't feel overpowered and defeated. Do what you can," he said in 2020.

From BBC

Following the draw with Belgium, downhearted captain Rachel Corsie attempted to channel all she had left to give after a gut-busting performance.

From BBC