Languish

usgb/ˈlæŋɡwɪʃ/
verb

To suffer from being forced to remain in an unpleasant place or situation.

They continued to languish in prison for their political beliefs.
Visual representation of "languish" - To suffer from being forced to remain in an unpleasant place or situation.
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Unpleasant Duration

Used when emphasizing the discomfort of staying in an unwanted situation over time.

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Despite the pay raise, she continues to languish in a job she despises.
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Forced Circumstances

Implies a lack of choice for the person suffering.

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The villagers languish under the new curfew imposed by the authorities.
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