demoralise
- a variation of demoralize.
Example Sentences
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“If the prime minister was hoping to demoralise and divide our profession with his actions, he will be disappointed,” Laurenson and Trivedi said.
From Washington Times ● Jul. 26, 2023
"It ties up law enforcement services. It's easier to make a mistake when the constant tension makes everyone tired. It is to destabilise and demoralise the population."
From Reuters ● Jan. 28, 2022
Swansea was targeted because of its docks, and part of the Germans' bombing campaign was to damage exports as well as demoralise civilians and emergency services.
From BBC ● Feb. 19, 2021
The depth of City's resources can demoralise opponents, their options apparently endless when players of the Italian's quality can sprint on to expose tiring limbs.
From The Guardian ● Sep. 29, 2012
Aletta, who had grown stout and frowsy, had prepared herself to meet her errant niece with bitter reproaches, but one glance at Elsie’s stately presence and superior attire, proved sufficient to demoralise the aunt.
From A Vendetta of the Desert by Scully, W. C. (William Charles)
