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Today's Expressions

Learn useful English expressions easily and fun.

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to be vexed

to be annoyed · to be irritated · to be frustrated

What's the situation?

Ever felt that nagging sense of annoyance when things just aren't going your way, but you're not full-on furious? That's when you're vexed! 🤔 It's like a low-grade frustration, a step above "mildly bothered" but not quite "seeing red."

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to have a face like thunder

to look very angry · to have a furious expression

What's the situation?

You've probably seen someone whose face just screams "Don't mess with me right now!" 😠 This expression is perfect for describing someone who looks incredibly angry or upset, often because something bad has happened. It's like their face is dark and stormy, just like thunderclouds before a big storm! ⛈️

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to not take kindly to something

not be pleased by something · to disapprove of something strongly

What's the situation?

This expression is perfect when you want to convey that you truly didn't appreciate someone's action, comment, or a specific situation. 🤔 It's like saying, 'Nope, not a fan of that at all!' without being overtly aggressive. Ideal for those moments when you're a bit annoyed or offended! 😤

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to be put out

to be annoyed · to be bothered · to be mildly upset

What's the situation?

Imagine a friend cancels plans last minute, or someone makes a slightly rude comment. You're not furious, but you're definitely not thrilled. That's when you're "put out"! It's about feeling a bit annoyed or inconvenienced. 😠

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