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Empty shell
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a person who can no longer feel any strong emotions, often after experiencing something heartbreaking
IdiomWhat is the origin of the idiom "empty shell" and when to use it?
The phrase "empty shell" is an idiomatic expression that likens a person or thing to a hollow or vacant shell. It is used to describe a person or thing that appears to be devoid of emotions, personality, or purpose. It suggests that the individual or object lacks depth, energy, or the qualities that make them engaging or meaningful.
Example
Her obsession with material possessions has turned her into an empty shell, ignoring the true values in life.
Maddi eşyalara olan takıntısı onu, hayattaki gerçek değerlere kayıtsız kalan bir boş kabuk, duygusuz varlık haline getirdi.
If he does n't address his feelings, he may become an empty shell, unable to connect with others.
Eğer duygularıyla yüzleşmezse, boş kabuk, duygusuz varlık haline gelebilir ve başkalarıyla bağlantı kuramaz.
