Phrases Describing Emotions and Feelings
My heart sank.
C1Meaning
I felt a sudden feeling of disappointment or sadness.
Examples
- John: I didn't get the job.
- Alice: Oh, no. I'm so sorry.
- John: <b>My heart sank</b> when they told me.
- Alice: I know that feeling. When I didn’t get my dream job, <b>my heart sank</b> too.