[영어 관용표현] AS SICK AS A PARROT

AS SICK AS A PARROT

 

 

Meaning

 

"As sick as a parrot" is an idiomatic expression used primarily in British English to describe someone who is very disappointed or upset, often due to an unexpected failure or loss.

 

 

Example sentences

 

 

• After losing the match in the final minute, the entire team was as sick as a parrot.
• He was as sick as a parrot when he found out he didn't get the promotion.
• She felt as sick as a parrot after her favorite contestant was eliminated from the show.
• Missing the last train home made me as sick as a parrot.
• When his car broke down just before the road trip, he was as sick as a parrot.
• Failing the exam despite studying hard left her as sick as a parrot.
• After hearing the bad news about his investment, he was as sick as a parrot.
• Losing his wallet on vacation made him as sick as a parrot.
• She was as sick as a parrot when her wedding plans fell through.
• Not being able to attend the concert due to illness left him as sick as a parrot.