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one's heart sinks

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.
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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

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