Down in the dumps meaning
What does the saying 'Down in the dumps' mean?
Idiom: Down in the dumps
Meaning:
If someone's down in the dumps, they are depressed.
Country: International English |
Subject Area: General |
Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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