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emotional

[ih-moh-shuh-nl] / ɪˈmoʊ ʃə nl /


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"I actually felt very emotional, and I didn't expect that and I think it was because how much Belfast has changed."

From BBC Aug. 16, 2026

"She's been very emotional about sharing this opportunity with me."

From BBC Aug. 16, 2026

More often, the resulting discoveries will sit somewhere in between those two emotional polarities.

From Salon Aug. 15, 2026

The ship also has a dog onboard named “Capt. Fathom” to “support crew morale and emotional welfare,” the Navy said.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 14, 2026

It’s a really emotional moment...until the “shave and a haircut, two bits” horn of Grandpa’s car blares from outside.

From "Linked" by Gordon Korman




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