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hopelessness

[hohp-lis-nis] / ˈhoʊp lɪs nɪs /


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Her pure, warm soprano shone especially in the lament “Lungi da te, mio bene” with its mournful horn accompaniment, as Sifare realizes the hopelessness of his and Aspasia’s love.

From The Wall Street Journal Sep. 14, 2026

It’s the jaded who succumb to violence and hopelessness, dragging everyone down with them.

From Salon Jun. 13, 2026

With more than 40% of U.S. teenagers reporting ongoing feelings of sadness or hopelessness, one child psychologist believes grandparents may be an important part of the solution.

From Science Daily Jun. 13, 2026

“I refuse to live in hopelessness and trauma,” she said.

From Los Angeles Times May 10, 2026

In agony and hopelessness, he turned away from her and rolled off the blanket and into the thick foul­ smelling mud.

From "Messenger" by Lois Lowry




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