sinking

/ ˈsɪŋkɪŋ /

noun

1. 1. a feeling in the stomach caused by hunger or uneasiness

   2. ( as modifier )

      a sinking feeling

Example Sentences

"I had this sinking feeling, and all hope just dropped away," she says.

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"I didn't think for a second we would get the chance to view it in all honesty," said Lisa, adding that the sale is "still sinking in".

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The ship did not appear to be sinking despite a large amount of water being used to fight the fire.

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The fund companies and other money managers who typically control enough shares to influence companies rarely want to oppose the wishes of boards and CEOs for fear of sinking their chances at companies’ pension businesses.

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The Queen Jenuvia 2 is stuck on a reef and unable to move, but there is currently no risk of sinking or capsizing, according to the Coast Guard.

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