Emotion Idioms
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Meaning: to be angry, irritable or in a temper
Example: Geoff was in one of his black moods today, and no amount of cajoling could snap him out of it. Read more ➺
Meaning: melancholy mood accompanied by deep thought
Example: I realised that Sandra wasn't concentrating on what the boss was saying and had disappeared into a brown study. Read more ➺
Meaning: a place you feel connected to emotionally
Example: No matter where I go, it's always so lovely to come back here. Home is where the heart is after all. Read more ➺
Meaning: very active or suddenly active
Example: Peter called to say he was getting an earlier train so, I been on a tear to get to the station in time. Read more ➺
Meaning: to feel tense or unable to relax
Example: I am sorry for snapping at you. I have been a bit on edge since I found out that they are selling our company. Read more ➺
Meaning: an event that makes you feel happy
Example: We watched a heart-touching movie about a boy who lived next to a concentration camp during the Second World War. Read more ➺
Meaning: to make a mark next to items on a list that have been completed
Example: I would like to tick off some more items on my list before going home. Read more ➺
Meaning: to be angry at a person or situation
Example: I am so mad at Jane because she broke my favourite pair of earrings. I told her not to borrow my things. Read more ➺
Meaning: being glad
Example: Nicole Kidman was in seventh heaven when she received the award for the best actress. Read more ➺
Meaning: attaining a state of grief
Example: With a heavy heart, we had to leave the funeral ceremony. Read more ➺
