wallow in the mire
The phrase "wallow in the mire" is often used to describe someone who remains in a negative state or situation without attempting to improve it.
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Definition
C1Behavior
(idiomatic)To indulge in negativity or self-pity without trying to improve the situation.
Example
- After his business failed, he spent months wallowing in the mire instead of seeking new opportunities.
- She tends to wallow in the mire when things don't go her way, rather than finding a solution.
B2General
(literal)To roll around in mud or dirt.
Example
- The pigs wallowed in the mire to cool off on the hot summer day.
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