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What is a damsel in distress?

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A melodrama 'Damsel in distress' is usually a beautiful young lady who is under the power of a villain. in most cases the villain blackmails the damsel and an un-expected hero comes forth to help her.
A Damsel is usually in dresses and are young about the age of 17-18
She comes across as being underpowered and cannot stick up for herself





Dezree Cornall.
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