Down in the mouth
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Определение и Значение "down in the mouth"

down in the mouth
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feeling sad, unhappy, or discouraged
down in the mouth definition and meaning
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What is the origin of the idiom "down in the mouth" and when to use it?

The phrase "down in the mouth" originated in the late 18th or early 19th century, describing someone who appears sad or dejected based on the physical expression of a drooping mouth. It can be used to describe someone feeling low after a setback, someone expressing their dissatisfaction or frustration, or someone who is generally feeling downcast.

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Despite the cheerful surroundings, she felt down in the mouth and couldn't shake her sadness.
Rob has been down in the mouth ever since Gloria broke up with him.
After hearing the news, he looked quite down in the mouth and couldn't muster a smile.
Molly's been moping around all week, and I have no idea why she's so down in the mouth.
She had been down in the mouth for weeks after losing her job.
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