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Meaning of slough of despond

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slough of despond

Pronunciation:/ˈslaʊ əv ˈdɛspɒnd//ˈslaʊ əv ˈdɛspɒnd//ˈdɛspɑnd/

noun

Definitions

A dreary bog or marsh.
A state of disheartening hopelessness.

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