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Discover LudwigThe phrase "and discouraging" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used to describe something that causes a loss of confidence or enthusiasm, often in a negative context.
Example: "The constant criticism from her peers was demotivating and discouraging."
Alternatives: "and disheartening" or "and demoralizing".
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"David Warner's remarks are disappointing and discouraging.
Negative self-talk is reactive, exaggerated, limiting, and discouraging.
Students also complained of scolding, and discouraging by their teachers for not speaking correctly.
The result is very poor; too much text, small, dense and squashed overwhelming and discouraging.
We should be encouraging people to eat real food and discouraging the consumption of non-food.
They range from 'love bombing' and discouraging questions, to isolating and inducing fear.
The list of point guards who have had success against the Knicks is long and discouraging.
Culturally, emphasis is placed on safer education and career choices and discouraging risk-taking.
If they are simply unadorned passages, they can be bleak and discouraging.
How can we imagine a positive liberal future in so dark and discouraging a moment?
If left unattended, these negative byproducts can become toxic, killing off projects and discouraging others.
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