bad taste in one's mouth
The idiom "bad taste in one's mouth" describes lingering negative feelings after an unpleasant experience or encounter.
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Definition
B2General
(informal, idiomatic)A lingering feeling of discomfort or dissatisfaction after an unpleasant experience.
Example
- The unfair criticism left a bad taste in his mouth.
B2Ethics
(informal, idiomatic)A sense of moral or ethical unease after witnessing or participating in something against one's values.
Example
- The corrupt practices in the organization left a bad taste in her mouth.
B2Personal
(informal, idiomatic)A feeling of regret or remorse after doing or saying something regrettable.
Example
- His harsh words left a bad taste in his mouth.
Similar
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