Connexion
doom and gloom
[Phrase]
a feeling or attitude that makes one believe that things can only get worse after a certain point
Ex: While acknowledging the challenges, it's important not to succumb to a constant state of doom and gloom, but instead seek solutions and hope for a better future.
to reduce somebody to tears
[Phrase]
to cause someone to cry or become emotional to a significant degree
Ex: The overwhelming gratitude expressed by the community for his selfless act of heroism brought the modest firefighter to tears of appreciation.
to cry one's eyes out
[Phrase]
to cry a lot and in length
Ex: In the midst of an emotional breakdown, he sought comfort in his partner's arms, crying his heart out as they provided a safe space for him to unload his anguish.
out of whack
[Phrase]
used to describe a person who is feeling mentally disturbed or unbalanced
Ex: Losing his job was tough on Mike and he acknowledges out of whack for a few months after .
one's heart sink
[phrase]
used to express one's sadness or disappointment about something
Ex: As the final exam questions were handed outhis heart sank, realizing that he had forgotten to study the key topics .
down in the mouth
[Phrase]
feeling sad or discouraged
Ex: Despite the cheerful surroundings , she down in the mouth and could n't shake her sadness .
kick in the teeth
[Phrase]
something that proves to be very shocking and disappointing to one, in a way that ruins one's good mood
Ex: Receiving a rejection letter from her dream college was a crushing kick in the teeth, dashing her hopes and forcing her to reconsider her plans.
used to describe an individual who is really depressed or sad
Ex: In the midst of chaotic wedding preparations , the groom stood like a dying duck in a thunderstorm, unsure of what to do next .
black mood
[Phrase]
a period of time during which one feels extremely miserable and depressed
Ex: As the team faced a string of losses, the locker room was filled with black moods, as players grappled with disappointment and frustration.
long face
[nom]
a disappointed or sad facial expression
une tête d'enterrement, une mine déconfite
Ex: When I told her we had to cancel our plans , she could n't hide her long face, clearly disappointed by the sudden change of events .Quand je lui ai dit que nous devions annuler nos projets, elle n'a pas pu cacher sa **tête longue**, clairement déçue par le changement soudain des événements.
out of sorts
[Phrase]
irritated, upset, or slightly unwell
Ex: The sudden change in routine threw the toddler out of sorts, resulting in tantrums and a general sense of unease throughout the day.
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