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How to use woebegone in a sentence?

Here are some examples of how to use "woebegone" in a sentence:

* With a woebegone expression, the puppy stared at the empty food bowl. (This emphasizes the sadness and dejection in the puppy's appearance.)

* The once bustling market now stood silent and woebegone, a victim of the pandemic. (This uses "woebegone" to describe the overall atmosphere of decline and sadness.)

* She recounted her woebegone tale of lost love and shattered dreams, her voice trembling with emotion. (This highlights the emotional impact of a difficult story.)

* He wore a woebegone hat, its brim pulled low over his eyes, as if trying to hide his sorrow from the world. (This focuses on the physical manifestation of sadness through clothing.)

* The woebegone figure of the old man, hunched over his cane, evoked a sense of pity and sympathy. (This uses "woebegone" to describe the overall appearance and evoke a specific emotional response.)

Remember, "woebegone" is a rather formal word, often used in writing rather than casual conversation.

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