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gut feeling
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a belief that is strong, yet without any explainable reason
Idiom
InformalWhat is the origin of the idiom "gut feeling" and when to use it?
The idiom "gut feeling" is believed to have originated in the 19th century and refers to an instinctive or intuitive belief or impression that is not based on conscious reasoning or evidence. It is used to suggest that the speaker has a deep-seated sense or hunch about something, often without being able to fully explain or justify it.
Examples
I had a gut feeling that the job interview was going well, and I was right.
My gut reaction to the new restaurant was that it was overpriced and overrated.
