Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
feel a pang of
idiom
/fiːl ə pæŋ ʌv/
Definition
to experience a sudden sharp feeling of emotion, often related to sadness or regret.
Examples
- She felt a pang of sadness when she saw the old photographs.
- When he heard their laughter from afar, he felt a pang of jealousy.
- After reading the letter, I felt a pang of regret for my harsh words.
Meaning
This phrase refers to the brief, intense sensations that arise when one is reminded of something painful or nostalgic.
Synonyms
- feel a rush of
- experience a moment of
- suffer a stab of
