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Droop

Definition

(formal) To hang or bend downwards, typically due to a lack of strength or energy; to become weaker or less confident. Often used to describe the physical or emotional state of a person, plant, or object.

Example Sentences

1The once-proud flowers began to droop in the scorching heat, their petals wilting and losing their vibrant color.
2After a series of setbacks, the team's morale started to droop, and their performance on the field began to suffer.
3The drooping eyelids and sluggish movements of the patient suggested a severe case of fatigue.
4As the days turned into weeks, the drooping branches of the tree became a stark reminder of the devastating effects of the drought.
5Despite her initial enthusiasm, her interest in the project began to droop as the complexity of the task became increasingly apparent.

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