胸を撫で下ろす

Reading: むねをなでおろす
Meaning: to feel relieved; to heave a sigh of relief
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Frase de Exemplo
I felt relieved when I found out everything was okay.
Notas de Uso
Literally means to stroke one's chest downward, used figuratively to express relief after worry or tension.
Domine esta palavra no Sottaku!
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