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sinking feeling

 

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Noun sinking feeling has 1 sense
  1. sinking, sinking feeling - a feeling caused by uneasiness or apprehension; "with a sinking heart"; "a sinking feeling in the pit of my stomach"
    --1 is a kind of anxiety

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Sinking Feeling

Definition:

A sinking feeling refers to a sense of discomfort, apprehension, or sadness that slowly overwhelms an individual.

Sample Sentences:

  • 1. As she watched the final exam paper being passed to her, a sinking feeling settled in her stomach.
  • 2. When he realized he left his wallet at home, a sinking feeling of panic washed over him.
  • 3. The news of his untimely demise gave me a deep sinking feeling of grief.
  • 4. As the elevator jerked and stopped, a sinking feeling of claustrophobia engulfed the passengers.
  • 5. Seeing the dark clouds looming overhead, she had a sinking feeling that the picnic would be spoiled.

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