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mixed feelings
/mˈɪkst fˈiːlɪŋz ɔːɹ ɪmˈoʊʃənz/
/mˈɪkst fˈiːlɪŋz ɔːɹ ɪmˈəʊʃənz/
Mixed feelings
01
the experience of feeling both positive and negative emotions about the same situation, person, or thing
Example
He felt mixed emotions after getting the job offer — excited but also nervous.
She had mixed emotions about her promotion; while it came with a higher salary, it also meant longer hours and increased responsibility.
