dour in a sentence

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Definition

Sample Sentences

1. His dour expression made it clear that he was not pleased with the outcome of the meeting.
2. The weather was as dour as his mood, with gray skies and a persistent drizzle.
3. Despite her dour demeanor, she had a surprisingly good sense of humor when you got to know her.
4. The coach's dour attitude during practice motivated the team to work harder and prove him wrong.
5. They found the old mansion to be a dour place, filled with shadows and creaking floorboards.