Feelings
lingering remorse
persistent feelings of regret, disappointment, or sorrow for a past action or missed opportunity that continues to affect your thoughts and emotions over a long period of time
smirk
a smug, conceited, or silly smile
not mince one's words
to speak very directly, honestly, and bluntly, without softening your language or worrying about offending someone
quaint
attractively unusual or old-fashioned
scrutinise
examine or inspect closely and thoroughly
radiance
a happy, glowing look from being really healthy and feeling great on the inside
flinch
make a quick, nervous movement as an instinctive reaction to fear, pain, or surprise
spill the beans
reveal secret information unintentionally or indiscreetly
liaise
cooperate on a matter of mutual concern
latch on to
take up an idea or trend enthusiastically / understand the meaning of something
trepidation
a state of nervousness or fear, anticipating that something bad may occur
pout
push one's lips or one's bottom lip forward as an expression of petulant annoyance or in order to make oneself look sexually attractive
the gift of the gab
the ability to speak with eloquence and fluency
raw deal
a situation in which someone receives unfair or harsh treatment
bygone
belonging to an earlier time
vexation
the state or quality of feeling annoyed, worried, or frustrated
scowl
frown in an angry or bad-tempered way
slip one's mind
to forget something unintentionally
give credit to
to acknowledge someone's achievement, contribution, or good quality, showing they deserve praise, honour, or trust for it
lament
a passionate expression of grief or sorrow
languor
a feeling of ease and comfort, often with a sense of laziness or lack of urgency
squirm
wriggle or twist the body from side to side, especially as a result of nervousness or discomfort
flag sth up
to draw attention to an issue
impeccable
in accordance with the highest standards; faultless
hanker
feel a strong desire for or to do something