the downtrodden

noun

: people who are without hope because of being treated badly by powerful people, governments, etc.
He showed compassion for the downtrodden.

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Her camera is at home among the downtrodden as well as those who tread on them. Bilge Ebiri, Vulture, 21 June 2024 Walter thought back to his team’s negotiations over the winter with Ohtani, who was a free agent after six seasons with the downtrodden Angels. Dylan Hernández, Los Angeles Times, 21 Oct. 2024 That’s why each and every courageous card in this drop, including the all-new, legendary Captain America, is dedicated to protecting the downtrodden. Jennifer Maas, Variety, 18 Oct. 2024 In reality, Kelce plays the downtrodden husband of Lois' daughter Merritt (Raven Goodwin), who has been having an affair with Lois. Julia Moore, People.com, 17 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for the downtrodden 

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“The downtrodden.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/the%20downtrodden. Accessed 22 Nov. 2024.

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