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Today's Expressions

Learn useful English expressions easily and fun.

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to not sit well with someone

to cause discomfort or unease · to feel wrong or unacceptable to someone

What's the situation?

This expression is perfect for when a decision, an idea, or even a comment just doesn't feel right to you. 🤔 It's not about being physically sick, but more about an emotional or moral discomfort. Use it to gently express your disapproval or unease without being overly confrontational. 😬

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to feel a sense of unease

to feel slight worry · to feel uncomfortable or disturbed

What's the situation?

You know that weird gut feeling you get when something just doesn't feel right? 🤔 Like when a friend tells a story that sounds a *little* off, or a new place gives you weird vibes. This expression is perfect for those subtle moments when your spidey-sense is tingling! 🕷️✨

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to feel exposed

vulnerable · revealed · uncomfortable

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Ever felt like everyone can see your weaknesses or your true feelings, even when you try to hide them? 😳 That's exactly when you'd say you 'feel exposed'. It's that uneasy feeling when you think your private self is on display, perhaps after sharing something personal or making a mistake. It’s like being under a spotlight without asking for it! 🔦🙈

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to feel like you don't belong

to feel out of place · to feel alienated · to feel like you don't fit in

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Ever walked into a new group or situation and just felt like you were on a different planet? 👽 This expression perfectly captures that awkward, isolated feeling when you simply don't fit in. It's great for describing social discomfort or a lack of connection with your surroundings.

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to force a smile

to smile unwillingly or insincerely · to pretend to be happy

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This expression perfectly describes those moments when you're not genuinely happy, but you absolutely have to put on a cheerful face. Think about a super boring work meeting 🥱 or when you're trying to be polite to someone you don't really like. It's when you have to summon a smile from deep within, even if your heart isn't in it! 😬

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to feel a bit off-kilter

to feel slightly unbalanced, uneasy, or not quite normal emotionally or mentally

What's the situation?

This expression is perfect when you're feeling a bit 'off' or unbalanced, but you can't quite pinpoint why. 🤔 It's like your internal compass is just slightly misaligned, making you feel a little uneasy or not quite yourself. It’s not necessarily sad or angry, just... a bit weird!

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to be hot and bothered

agitated · annoyed · stressed · feeling uncomfortable due to heat and worry

What's the situation?

Imagine you're stuck in a stuffy office with a looming deadline, the AC is broken, and your phone keeps ringing. You'd definitely be 'hot and bothered'! 😱 This phrase perfectly describes feeling agitated, annoyed, or stressed, especially when you're physically uncomfortable (like when it's too warm). It's great for those moments when things are just getting on your nerves and you're feeling a bit flustered. 🥵

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to hit a nerve

to say something that makes someone feel upset, angry, or embarrassed because it touches a sensitive topic

What's the situation?

Ever said something totally innocent, only to see someone's face suddenly scrunch up in annoyance? 😬 Or maybe you intentionally brought up a touchy subject to get a reaction? This expression is perfect for those moments when you (or someone else) accidentally or deliberately poke at a sensitive spot in a conversation!

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to stomach something

to tolerate · to accept · to be able to deal with something unpleasant

What's the situation?

This expression is perfect for when you encounter something that's just too much to handle, emotionally or mentally. 🤯 It’s like your brain and your stomach are both saying, "No, thanks, can't process this!" You often use it when something feels unfair, shocking, or deeply unpleasant.

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to cringe

to feel intense embarrassment or awkwardness (often for someone else) · to flinch from disgust or fear

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Ever watch an old video of yourself doing something incredibly awkward? Or maybe you saw someone totally mess up in public? That gut feeling of "Oh no, did that just happen?!" or "Please make it stop!" That's the perfect moment to say you **cringed**! It's all about that intense, vicarious embarrassment or discomfort. 😬

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to feel a bit off

to not feel completely normal · to feel a little unwell or unsettled

What's the situation?

This expression is perfect when you're not feeling 100%, whether it's physically or emotionally. 🧘‍♀️ It's a gentle way to say something isn't quite right without going into all the details. Like when you just can't shake a weird mood or feel a bit under the weather (but not necessarily sick!).

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to be put off by something

to be discouraged or repulsed by something · to find something unappealing or unpleasant

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Ever had a restaurant with amazing food, but the super loud music just killed the vibe? 😱 Or a potential date who seemed great until they showed up an hour late? 😒 That feeling of losing interest or being bothered by something unexpected is exactly when you'd say you're 'put off by' it. It's often about a minor detail that sours the whole experience!

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to feel uneasy

feeling anxious or uncomfortable · slightly worried

What's the situation?

This phrase is perfect when you're experiencing a subtle sense of discomfort, anxiety, or apprehension. It's not usually for intense fear, but more for a nagging feeling that something isn't quite right, or you're in an unfamiliar or slightly awkward situation. 🤔 It’s like your gut is whispering, "Hmm, watch out!" 🕵️‍♀️

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to give someone the creeps

to make someone feel uneasy · to scare someone slightly

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Ever met someone or heard a story that made you feel a bit uncomfortable, a little scared, or just plain weirded out? 👻 That's when you use "to give someone the creeps"! It's perfect for when something or someone makes you feel a shiver down your spine, not in a good way. 🥶

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to feel out of place

uncomfortable in a situation · like you don't belong

What's the situation?

Ever walked into a room full of strangers and felt like you didn't quite fit in? 🤔 Or perhaps you've been to a super fancy event in casual clothes? 😅 This expression is perfect for those moments when you feel awkward, uncomfortable, or like you just don't belong.

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not feel quite right

feel a bit off · something is subtly bothering you

What's the situation?

Ever had those days where you just can't put your finger on it, but something feels... off? 🤔 This phrase is perfect for when you're not exactly sick or sad, but your inner radar is just signaling 'not quite right'. It's for those subtle vibes that keep you from being 100%!

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