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Today's Expressions

Learn useful English expressions easily and fun.

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I'm running on fumes

extremely tired · very low on energy

What's the situation?

This expression is perfect when you've pushed yourself to the limit and feel like your battery is at 1%! 🔋 It means you're extremely tired and have very little energy left, just like a car running on the last drops of gasoline before it stalls. 😫 Great for those long work weeks or intense study sessions!

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I'm pooped!

very tired · exhausted

What's the situation?

This is a super casual and friendly way to say you're extremely tired after a long day or a particularly strenuous activity. Think after a killer workout 🏋️‍♀️ or a marathon study session! 📚😴

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to catch some Zs

to sleep · to get some sleep

What's the situation?

This cozy phrase is perfect when you need to talk about getting some sleep, especially after a long flight or before a big day of exploring! 😴 It's a relaxed, informal way to say you're off to dreamland.

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to crash

to go to sleep quickly · to fall asleep · to suddenly become very tired and sleep

What's the situation?

This is perfect for when you are utterly exhausted and just want to hit the hay ASAP! 😴 It's a casual and relatable way to say you are going to sleep, especially after a long day or a fun, tiring activity. Think of it as collapsing into bed from sheer exhaustion!

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to catch some Z's

to get some sleep · to nap

What's the situation?

Ever felt so tired you just wanted to curl up and sleep right then and there? 😴 This expression is perfect for those moments when you need to grab some quick rest, whether it's a short nap or a longer snooze. It’s a casual and playful way to say 'I need to sleep!'.

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to feel flat

to feel unenthusiastic · to feel deflated · to lack energy

What's the situation?

Ever have those days where you're not exactly sad, but you just feel... flat? 📉 This expression perfectly describes that low-energy, unenthusiastic mood when nothing really excites you. It's like your emotional battery is running on empty. 😴

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to be worn out

to be extremely tired, often emotionally or mentally · to feel drained

What's the situation?

Ever had one of those weeks where you feel like you've run a marathon, but only mentally? 🤯 That's when you're 'worn out'! It's perfect for expressing deep fatigue, whether from physical exertion or a taxing emotional experience. Think of it as being completely emptied of energy. 🔋⬇️

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I'm beat!

very tired · exhausted · worn out

What's the situation?

You've just finished a super long day at work, ran a marathon (or just ran to catch the bus!), or pulled an all-nighter studying. 😴 This is your go-to phrase to express extreme tiredness in a casual, relatable way! It's like your body is saying, "I'm done, send me to bed!" 🛌✨

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to feel spaced out

to feel disconnected or dreamy · not fully present mentally

What's the situation?

You know those moments when your mind just... drifts? 🌌 Maybe you're super tired, daydreaming, or just a bit overwhelmed. This expression is perfect for describing that floaty, disconnected feeling when you're physically present but mentally elsewhere! ✨

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to feel spent

to feel utterly exhausted · to feel drained of energy

What's the situation?

You know those days when you've given it your absolute all, whether it's a marathon work session, an intense emotional conversation, or just a super busy day? This is the perfect phrase for that utterly exhausted, empty feeling. It's not just "tired"; it's "I've got nothing left in the tank" kind of tired! 😴

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to feel run down

to feel tired, exhausted, or generally unwell · to lack energy due to stress or overwork

What's the situation?

Ever had those weeks where work or life just keeps piling up? You're not necessarily sick, but you're just... done. 😴 This expression is perfect for describing that drained, low-energy feeling when your body and mind are saying, 'I need a break!'

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to be out of it

feeling disconnected · dazed · tired and unfocused · not fully present mentally

What's the situation?

You know those days when you've had too little sleep or too much going on? 😵‍💫 This is your go-to phrase when you're feeling dazed, a bit out of sync with reality, or just generally unfocused. It's like your brain is running on low battery! 🔋😴

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I'm running on empty

feeling very tired · having no energy left

What's the situation?

Ever feel like your internal battery is at 1%? 🔋 This expression is perfect for when you're completely drained and have no energy left. It's like your body is a car, and you're out of gas! 😂 Ideal after a long day at work or an intense workout.

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to be emotionally drained

feeling completely exhausted emotionally · having no emotional energy left

What's the situation?

Ever had one of those days (or weeks!) where dealing with people, stress, or just, well, *life* leaves you feeling like a deflated balloon? 🎈 This is your go-to phrase for when your emotional battery is at 0%. It’s more than just being tired; it’s about feeling completely wiped out from emotional effort. 😴

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I'm wiped

I'm very tired · I'm exhausted

What's the situation?

This expression is perfect for those moments when you've had a ridiculously long day at work, hit the gym extra hard, or just finished a marathon cleaning session. Your energy levels are at rock bottom! 😴 It's a great way to let others know you're running on fumes.

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