gut feeling
idiom
An instinctive feeling or reaction without logical reasoning
- 1I had a gut feeling that something was wrong.
- 2She trusted her gut feeling and didn't take the job.
A gut feeling is when you just know something without being able to explain why. It's like a strong sense or intuition that guides your actions or decisions. It's a feeling that comes from deep inside you, rather than from thinking things through logically.
Remember, a gut feeling is not always right. It's important to balance it with logical reasoning to make the best decisions. Trust your intuition, but also take the time to think things through.
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at the amusement park
The Roller Coaster Decision
Brian
I don't know, Kenneth. I have a gut feeling that we shouldn't go on that roller coaster.
Kenneth
Really? It looks fun to me! But if your instincts say no, maybe we should skip it.
Brian
Yeah, it's just something I can't shake off. Let's try the Ferris wheel instead.
Kenneth
Alright, let's go for the Ferris wheel. It sounds like a safer choice.
backstage before a performance
The Unexpected Audition
Charles
I don't know, John. I have a gut feeling that I should take this role.
John
Even if it's a small part, sometimes those instincts pay off.
Charles
Exactly. It just feels like the right move, even if I can't explain why.
John
Trust your instincts, Charles. They often know more than we think.
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Similar to "gut feeling":
- 1intuition
- 2hunch