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A sense of dread or apprehension, as in I had a sinking feeling that I'd forgotten my ticket . This expression employs sink in the sense of “become depressed,” a usage dating from the early 1600s.

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April 24, 2024gallimaufry

[gal-uh-maw-free ]

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