Words similar to discouraging

Example sentences for: discouraging

How can you use “discouraging” in a sentence? Here are some example sentences to help you improve your vocabulary:

It was a creepy, discouraging display.
The exclusionary rule serves a clear purpose by discouraging overzealous police officers from inappropriate behavior.
This suggests using YHL as the outcome measure in clinical trials involving obese or underweight older adults, and discouraging trials that address older adults who are merely overweight.
It will require immense prudence: The United States must nurture a democratic Taiwan while discouraging a declaration of independence, must arm Taiwan against Chinese invasion while promoting closer Sino-Taiwanese ties.
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