helpless
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Such a wanton, helpless display of pride makes for a character study as gripping as it is frustrating.
From Salon ● Nov. 1, 2026
In his closing arguments, prosecutor Patricio Ferrai said that defendants' "chaotic organization" left the ailing player "in a helpless situation, abandoning him to his fate."
From Barron's ● Oct. 8, 2026
I should disclose that I am helpless in the face of good food packaging.
From Salon ● Sep. 20, 2026
Pegula looked helpless as Sabalenka raced through the second set, with the Belarusian pounding 29 winners to her 12.
From BBC ● Sep. 11, 2026
Me: I felt helpless when I heard about the scorecard.
From "Maybe He Just Likes You" by Barbara Dee
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