a case of the blues

a case of the blues

A state of sadness or melancholy, especially one that is brief or temporary. I don't know what's got me so down. I guess I just woke up with a case of the blues. Look, depression isn't just a case of the blues or being stuck in a funk. It's a serious condition that requires treatment. I always get the blues on Sundays. I guess it must be because the weekend is almost over.

See also: blues, case, of

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