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slough of despond

/ˈslʌf əv dɪˈspɒnd/

翻译: 源自约翰·班扬《天路历程》的文学用语,指深陷绝望、沮丧或消沉的状态。书中“绝望泥沼”象征使人陷入怀疑与灰心的境地。

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/ˈslʌf əv dɪˈspɒnd/C2formalart
  • zh源自约翰·班扬《天路历程》的文学用语,指深陷绝望、沮丧或消沉的状态。书中“绝望泥沼”象征使人陷入怀疑与灰心的境地。

A literary phrase referring to a state of deep depression, hopelessness, or despair. Originates from John Bunyan's 'The Pilgrim's Progress', where it is a deep, muddy swamp that represents the discouragement and doubt that can overwhelm a person.

  1. State of deep depressionC2formalbritish

    A state of extreme hopelessness, despair, or deep sadness.

    zh极度绝望的状态

    • After losing his job, he fell into a slough of despond.
    • She struggled to climb out of the slough of despond after the breakup.
    • The novel describes the hero's journey through a slough of despond.