sobering thought

Frequency: 8.02.1 per million words

A serious thought that makes you concerned or worried.

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Examples (10)

  • The possibility of climate change is a sobering thought.
  • For many, the increasing cost of living is a sobering thought.
  • It was a sobering thought to realize how fragile life can be.
  • The doctor's diagnosis presented a sobering thought about his future.
  • Considering the vastness of the universe can be a truly sobering thought.
  • The sheer number of people affected by poverty is a sobering thought.
  • She had a sobering thought about her responsibilities as a parent.
  • The potential consequences of the decision were a sobering thought.
  • Losing everything in the fire was a sobering thought for the family.
  • The speed at which technology is changing is a sobering thought for many industries.