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Meaning of one's heart sinks | Babel Free

Phrase CEFR C1

Definitions

To experience great sadness.

figuratively

Examples

“The door opened and her aunt's maid, Amanda, smiled. "Miss Elizabeth, it's wonderful to see you. Mrs. Watson and your father are waiting for you in her study." Her heart sank. She'd hoped for some time alone with her aunt.”

CEFR level

C1

Advanced
This word is part of the CEFR C1 vocabulary — advanced level.

See also

one's house in order one's jig is up one's last one's lips are sealed one's name is mud one's own boss