sick as a parrot
Originating in the UK, 'sick as a parrot' is a colorful way to express deep disappointment or dismay.
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Definition
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(colloquial, idiomatic, UK)Feeling deeply disappointed or dismayed.
Example
- After losing the final match, he felt as sick as a parrot.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "sick as a parrot":
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