Phrases Describing Emotions and Feelings

A wave of relief washed over me.

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Meaning

A sudden feeling of relief came over me.

Example sentences

John: 'I finally finished that report.'

Alice: 'A wave of relief washed over me when I heard that you had finished!'

John: 'I'm so glad to hear that. A wave of relief washed over me when you told me.'

Alice: 'The doctor said my test results were negative.'