Bad taste in your mouth Meaning in English
expression
Definition
If something leaves a bad taste in your mouth, it makes you feel uncomfortable, disappointed, or upset, usually because of an unpleasant experience or behavior.
Usage & Nuances
Idiomatically, not about literal taste—refers to negative feelings after an experience. Used mostly in informal or semi-formal speech. Often follows 'leave a bad taste in your mouth.' Can describe interactions, endings, decisions, or behavior.
Example Sentences
The way he spoke to me left a bad taste in your mouth.
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The unfair decision gave me a bad taste in your mouth.
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Losing the game left a bad taste in your mouth for the whole team.
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That argument really left a bad taste in your mouth—I wish we hadn't fought.
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All the broken promises left a bad taste in your mouth about the company.
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Even after the apology, there was still a bad taste in your mouth.
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