Meaning of 'Down in the doldrums'
What does the saying 'Down in the doldrums' mean?
Idiom: Down in the doldrums
Meaning:
If somebody's down in the doldrums, they are depressed and lacking energy.
Country: International English |
Subject Area: Weather |
Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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