Feel down in the dumps
A2 · Feelings & Health · A2 collocations
Meaning
To feel sad and lacking energy or hope.
Example
I always feel down in the dumps when the winter days get shorter.
How to use it
Informal; 'be down in the dumps' is also common. In more formal contexts, say 'feel low' or 'feel unhappy'.
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