had a distinct brand of joylessness that made it difficult to stomach. (newrepublic.com)
Because of a certain joylessness in Minnesota's whole vibe, KAT really hasn't gotten enough respect for his otherworldly offense. (sbnation.com)
Many people who commit themselves 100 % to eliminating debt and saving money find that a certain joylessness creeps in after a while. (entrepreneur.com)