lost innocence

Examples (10)

• He had lost the innocence of childhood.
• The war years made him lose his innocence prematurely.
• She felt a deep sadness for her lost innocence after the betrayal.
• Exposure to the harsh realities of the city led to a rapid loss of innocence.
• Many coming-of-age stories explore the theme of losing innocence.
• The children's eyes reflected a lost innocence after witnessing the disaster.
• His journey through the criminal justice system cost him his innocence.
• The novel vividly portrays the character's transition from youthful naivety to lost innocence.
• Adulthood often brings with it the painful realization of lost innocence.
• It's a poignant moment when one truly understands what it means to have lost their innocence.