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Emotions & FeelingsFriday 11 September 2026
気が進まない
Pronunciation: ki ga susumanai
Meaning: to be reluctant; to not feel like doing something
This phrase literally means 'one's spirit doesn't move forward' and is commonly used to express hesitation or lack of enthusiasm about a task or situation.
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