( ; ﹏ ; ) Four Eyes Sad All examples Click to copy Excitement & Disappointment: "I thought I was going to win the race, but then I fell at the last hurdle. ( ; ﹏ ; )"Happiness & Sadness: "I'm so happy for you getting the job, but I'll miss working with you. ( ; ﹏ ; )"Surprise & Regret: "I can't believe I missed the concert last night, I had no idea it was happening. ( ; ﹏ ; )"Hope & Frustration: "I was really hoping to get tickets to the game, but they sold out in minutes. ( ; ﹏ ; )"Gratitude & Discomfort: "Thank you so much for the gift, but you really didn't have to spend so much money on me. ( ; ﹏ ; )"Love & Heartbreak: "I love spending time with you, but it hurts knowing we can't be together forever. ( ; ﹏ ; )"Pride & Embarrassment: "I was so proud of my presentation, but then I realized I had a huge coffee stain on my shirt. ( ; ﹏ ; )"Amusement & Pity: "It's funny how he always tells the same jokes, but it's also kind of sad. ( ; ﹏ ; )"Enthusiasm & Doubt: "I'm excited to try this new restaurant, but I'm not sure if it will live up to the hype. ( ; ﹏ ; )"Relief & Disbelief: "I'm relieved that everything turned out okay, but I still can't believe what happened. ( ; ﹏ ; )"Joy & Sorrow: "Seeing my newborn baby for the first time was the happiest moment of my life, but it also made me realize how much my own parents must have loved me. ( ; ﹏ ; )"Optimism & Disillusionment: "I thought this job was going to be my dream career, but now I'm starting to see all the flaws in the company. ( ; ﹏ ; )"Satisfaction & Regret: "I'm glad I finished the project on time, but I wish I had put more effort into it. ( ; ﹏ ; )"Amazement & Disappointment: "The special effects in the movie were incredible, but the plot was so predictable. ( ; ﹏ ; )"Gratitude & Guilt: "I appreciate you helping me out, but I feel bad for putting you in that position. ( ; ﹏ ; )"Affection & Longing: "I love cuddling with you, but when we're apart I miss you so much. ( ; ﹏ ; )"Hope & Despair: "I'm hopeful that things will get better, but sometimes it feels like there's no way out. ( ; ﹏ ; )"Fascination & Repulsion: "I can't stop watching this horror movie, but at the same time I want to look away. ( ; ﹏ ; )"Anticipation & Impatience: "I can't wait to go on vacation, but the countdown is driving me crazy. ( ; ﹏ ; )"Excitement & Anxiety: "I'm thrilled to start this new adventure, but I'm also nervous about what could go wrong. ( ; ﹏ ; )"Relief & Disappointment: "I'm glad the storm didn't damage our house, but I'm disappointed we lost power for so long. ( ; ﹏ ; )"Joy & Heartache: "Watching my child grow up is the most joyful experience, but it's also bittersweet knowing they won't be little forever. ( ; ﹏ ; )"Gratitude & Awkwardness: "Thank you for the compliment, but I never know how to respond when people say nice things about me. ( ; ﹏ ; )"Amusement & Concern: "It's funny when my dog chases his tail, but I'm also worried he might hurt himself. ( ; ﹏ ; )"Enthusiasm & Apprehension: "I'm excited to start this new hobby, but I'm also a little intimidated by all the experts out there. ( ; ﹏ ; )"Satisfaction & Regret: "I'm proud of myself for finishing this book, but I wish I had more time to read. ( ; ﹏ ; )"Love & Heartache: "Being in love is amazing, but it also means being vulnerable and risking heartbreak. ( ; ﹏ ; )" More examples →