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Today's Expressions

Learn useful English expressions easily and fun.

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to be appalled

shocked and dismayed · horrified · disgusted

What's the situation?

This expression is perfect for when you witness something truly shocking, offensive, or just plain awful, and you want to convey your strong negative reaction. Think moral outrage, not just mild surprise! 😱

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to be horrified

to be extremely shocked and upset · to feel disgusted or scared

What's the situation?

Ever heard something so shocking or seen something so terrible that your jaw just drops? 😱 That's when you're 'horrified'! It's not just 'surprised'; it’s a deep, intense feeling of shock, disgust, or even fear. Think news reports of a disaster or a friend telling you about something truly awful. 😬

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to make your stomach churn

to feel extremely nervous, disgusted, or anxious · to feel sick to your stomach due to a strong negative emotion

What's the situation?

Ever had a moment where something you saw or heard just gave you a weird, unsettling feeling deep in your gut? 🤢 This expression is perfect for those times! It describes that strong, unpleasant physical reaction – like your stomach actually twisting – when you're super nervous, grossed out, or totally stressed by a situation. It's not just a little upset; it's a full-body 'nope' moment! 🙅‍♀️

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to turn one's stomach

to make someone feel very disgusted · to be repulsive

What's the situation?

Imagine something so gross or morally wrong that it makes you feel sick to your stomach. 🤢 That's exactly when you'd use 'to turn one's stomach'! It's not just about literal nausea; it can also describe a deep sense of moral repulsion or disgust. 😠

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to feel sick to your stomach

to feel extremely disgusted, anxious, or guilty · to feel nauseous due to a strong negative emotion

What's the situation?

Imagine you've just heard some truly shocking or disgusting news, or you're overcome with guilt about something you did. This expression perfectly captures that awful, churning feeling in your gut! 🤢 It's not necessarily about physical sickness, but often a powerful emotional reaction that feels physical.

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