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down in the dumps

adj

Etymology

From dump “a dull, gloomy state of the mind.”

Definitions

  1. Sad

    Sad; lacking engagement or enthusiasm.

    • "You've got down in the dumps and can't see what's sensible and to your own advantage."
    • "Being out of work sometimes makes you feel down in the dumps and being out here with my buddies helps."

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