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in a bad mood

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  1. In an irritable or depressed state of mind. For example, Dad's in a bad mood, so don't ask for anything right now. The antonym, in a good mood, refers to a cheerful, well-disposed state of mind, as in When the boss is in a good mood our whole day goes well. The phrase in a mood, meaning “disposed” or “inclined,” dates from about a.d. 1000. Also see in the mood.

Example Sentences

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It’s really hard to be in a bad mood after you do it.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 18, 2025

"We lost a game and I was in a bad mood," he said.

From BBC • Oct. 10, 2024

“It took me years to figure out why Hollan was quiet and in a bad mood on that day,” she says.

From Seattle Times • Oct. 31, 2023

One employee said they felt like Fallon's notes and feedback were more insulting rather than constructive, especially when he was in a bad mood.

From Salon • Sep. 7, 2023

Johnny seemed in a bad mood at all this commotion.

From "In the Time of the Butterflies" by Julia Alvarez

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