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Noun sinking feeling has 1 sense
- 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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