Phrases Describing Emotions and Feelings

My heart sank.

C2

Meaning

I felt a sudden sense of disappointment or despair.

Example sentences

John: 'When I saw the damage to the car, my heart sank.'<br>

Alice: 'I know the feeling; mine sank when I found out the project was canceled.'

John: 'I'm sorry to hear that. That sounds disheartening.'

Alice: 'I received a rejection letter from my dream college. My heart sank.'<br>