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Bandera de Chile

/Sounds like 'ah-plah-TAH-seh'/

To lose all motivation, energy, and enthusiasm, often feeling depressed or uninterested in activities. The person who loses their drive doesn't want to do anything for a while.

Example

"He lost his motivation when he received the results and hasn't left his room."

"With this cold weather, I've lost all my energy and don't feel like doing anything."

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Regional synonyms:

Expresión de sorpresa o desconcierto, como quedarse sin palabras ante algo inesperado. Viene del cómic Condorito y se usa cuando algo te deja tan confundido que no sabes ni qué responder.