in the mood
Example Sentences
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But while there was relief that the weather had turned cooler and the flames appeared to be under control, no one was in the mood to celebrate just yet.
From Barron's ● Jul. 30, 2026
And looks in the mood to do so.
From BBC ● Jul. 7, 2026
In 1976, having come through the tumultuous period of the Vietnam War, Watergate and massive social change, the country seemed to be in the mood to pretend they had all never happened.
From Salon ● Jun. 30, 2026
Earle seems to be in the mood for revenge.
From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 14, 2026
All my feelings are churned up, and I’m not in the mood to be inspired.
From "Internment" by Samira Ahmed
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