not in the mood
Example Sentences
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Simon, though, was not in the mood to reflect on the events of last year -- she had hinted at that by raising a finger to her mouth as she crossed the line.
From Barron's • Feb. 11, 2026
Lilly Calman is not in the mood this Valentine’s Day for the flowers, chocolates or a romantic dinner for two, especially after a recent breakup.
From New York Times • Feb. 11, 2024
Willemse, who missed the World Cup through injury, looked unsurprisingly devastated at his dismissal but France were not in the mood to feel sorry for themselves, bursting into life despite their numerical disadvantage.
From BBC • Feb. 2, 2024
“Come on, chief! This is important to this board. … We just are not in the mood to have any more excuses.”
From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 20, 2022
Curzon was still not in the mood for conversating, not even a little bit.
From "Chains" by Laurie Halse Anderson
