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Today's Expressions

Learn useful English expressions easily and fun.

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to feel crummy

feeling bad · feeling unwell or upset

What's the situation?

This expression is perfect for those moments when you're just not feeling your best, whether it's physically a bit off or emotionally down because something didn't go as planned. 😞 It's a casual way to let others know you're having a rough time without going into too much detail.

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can't stand [someone/something]

to dislike someone or something intensely · to be unable to tolerate someone or something

What's the situation?

Ever just have that one thing or person that gets on your last nerve? This expression is perfect for when you really, really dislike something or someone, and you just can't deal with it anymore! It’s like your tolerance meter has hit zero. 😤

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to be horrified

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

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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 be full of oneself

arrogant · self-important · conceited

What's the situation?

Have you ever met someone who just *loves* talking about themselves and how amazing they are? 🙄 This expression perfectly describes that person who thinks they're the bee's knees and isn't afraid to let everyone know! It's usually said with a bit of an eye-roll. 👀

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to be irked

annoyed · bothered

What's the situation?

When something minor is bothering you, but it's not a huge problem, you can use 'to be irked'. It's perfect for expressing mild annoyance or irritation without overreacting. 😠

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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 be left with a bad taste in one's mouth

feel a lingering sense of unpleasantness · have a negative impression

What's the situation?

Imagine you've just finished a project or a difficult conversation, and even if it's 'over,' you can't shake off that feeling of annoyance or disappointment. 😖 It's like the emotional equivalent of an unpleasant aftertaste, leaving you with a lingering negative impression about the whole thing!

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a wet blanket

someone who spoils other people's fun or enthusiasm · a killjoy

What's the situation?

Have you ever been super excited about something, only for someone to come along and suck all the joy out of the room? 😩 That's when you call them 'a wet blanket'! It describes someone who spoils fun or enthusiasm, often by being negative or overly cautious. Don't be that person! 😉

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to be cheesed off

to be annoyed · to be irritated · to be fed up

What's the situation?

This is a great, slightly informal way to express that you're quite annoyed or irritated about something. It's stronger than just "a bit annoyed" but not as intense as "furious." Use it when something really gets under your skin! 🧀

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to dread something

to anticipate with great apprehension or fear · to intensely dislike the idea of something

What's the situation?

Ever feel that pit in your stomach thinking about that upcoming Monday meeting or a super tough exam? 😩 That's when you "dread something"! It's when you really, really don't want something to happen, or you're just not looking forward to it *at all*. It often comes with a sense of anxiety or fear.

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get someone down

to make someone feel sad or depressed · to discourage someone

What's the situation?

This expression is super useful when you want to talk about things that make people feel upset, sad, or just generally not great. 🤔 It could be bad news, a gloomy day, or even a tough situation at work. Use it to describe how external factors affect someone's mood.

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