gut
Pronunciation: [ɡʌt]
Word
Context: “body”
(noun) the part of your body inside that helps with digestion. It includes your stomach and intestines, and it helps your body break down food.
Example
After eating a big meal, my gut felt full and happy.
Example
He didn’t have any gut problems before, but now he feels sick.
Example
Do you think your gut is healthy after that meal?
Context: “decision-making”
(verb) to trust your feelings or instincts about something. It's when you make a choice based on how you feel inside, rather than just facts.
Example
She decided to gut it out and follow her instincts about the project.
Example
He didn’t gut it and missed a great opportunity because he overthought it.
Example
Should I gut my decision based on what feels right?
Context: “emotion”
(noun) the feeling of fear or anxiety you get in your stomach. It’s like butterflies in your tummy when you are nervous.
Example
I felt a gut of excitement before the performance.
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He had a gut of dread when he saw the scary movie trailer.
Example
Did you get a gut feeling during the test?
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