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n. - Destroying the ethical basis for a doctrine or policy; Depression resulting from an undermining of your spirit; A state of disorder and confusion.

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  • The cause of the demoralisation is the sudden and (let's admit it) impressive turn-around of the fortunes of the Conservatives.
  • And that demoralisation is absolutely necessary if they are to drive through the national police force that those with the ACPO/Home Office agenda clearly want.
  • The result was widespread demoralisation and alienation.
  • I think this simple act completed our utter demoralisation!
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