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desperation

/ˌdɛspəˈɹeɪʃən/ noun B2
  1. The act of despairing or becoming desperate; a giving up of hope. (countable, uncountable) · in desperation· utter desperation
  2. A state of despair, or utter hopelessness; abandonment of hope. (countable, uncountable)
  3. Reckless fury. (countable, uncountable)

Plural desperations

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In the desperation of her feelings, she resolved on one effort more; and, turning to Elizabeth, said,--
Pride and Prejudice, p. 61 · B2
Danglars resembled a timid animal excited in the chase; first it flies, then despairs, and at last, by the very force of desperation, sometimes succeeds in eluding its pursuers.
The Count of Monte Cristo, p. 1085 · C1

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