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Discover LudwigThe phrase "almost despondent" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used to describe a state of near hopelessness or deep sadness, indicating that someone is close to feeling despondent but not fully there.
Example: "After hearing the news, she felt almost despondent, as if the weight of the world was on her shoulders."
Alternatives: "nearly hopeless" or "borderline despairing."
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I am almost despondent now.
Mr. McCartney is at times almost despondent about his partners' lack of interest and cooperation.
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They are now almost universally despondent as the combined effect of new regulations, sluggish economies and skittish markets threaten swingeing cuts to their profits, their pay and, for many, their jobs.Start with the state of the markets.
Another, who had a virtuosic aria to sing during a complicatedly choreographed sex scene, had been despondent, almost tearful, after a run-through.
To this end, Chuck begins with a plangent guitar instrumental which, from its mournful, despondent tones, almost certainly ponders the futility of existence.
Delaina was despondent about going to school that day.
I feel pretty despondent about that.
She appeared despondent about this.
Interest rates were about 20%, and everyone was despondent.
To those who think they can't make a difference I would say, by doing low-carbon things, almost no matter what, it makes you feel less despondent.
Mrs. Gambino had seen more than 100 homes in a four-year search that had left her despondent but unwilling to accept anything short of almost perfect.
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