Meaning

You can change what you are saying to express something you would NOT enjoy or express a concern about something.

Today's Sentences

01

I don't feel like cooking.

Situation 1

It’s already 6?

Is dinner ready yet?

No it’s not and I don’t feel like cooking.

Let’s order a pizza then!

Situation 2

I don’t feel like cooking.
Can we order in?

Sure.
What do you feel like? 

How about Chinese?

It’s been awhile since we had Chinese.
I’ll call the place downtown.

02

I don't feel like talking right now.

Situation 1

Are you still mad?

I don’t feel like talking right now.

What can I do?

Nothing. Just leave me alone.

Situation 2

I’m angry because you dismiss my feelings.

Can we try to talk it over?

I don’t feel like talking right now.

Ok. But let me know when you do.

03

I don't feel like going out tonight.

Situation 1

The guys are going to the bowling place at 7.

Sorry but I don’t feel like going out tonight.

That’s ok.
Are you not feeling well?

I’m just tired, some rest will do.
I’ll see you when you get home.

Situation 2

It’s Friday night, do you wanna go to the pub?

I don’t feel like going out tonight.

Do you wanna stay home?

That would be great,
if you don’t mind.

04

I don't feel like going for a bike ride.

Situation 1

Let’s go to the park!

I don’t feel like going for a bike ride.

Wanna take the bus and go for a walk?

Sure.

Situation 2

I don’t feel like going for a bike ride.

Why?

My knee feels heavy today.

Oh no.
Maybe you should take some meds.

05

I don't feel like I'm a priority anymore.

Situation 1

What’s wrong?

I don’t feel like I’m a priority anymore.

Why?
Is it the kids?

Everybody in this family takes me for granted.

Situation 2

I don’t feel like I’m a priority anymore.

Are you feeling unappreciated?

Yes and you’re never available like you used to be.

I’m sorry.
I know work has been crazy lately.

I can't imagine how

I can't imagine how

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Give up

Give up

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