under\ a\ cloud

under\ a\ cloud
adj. phr.
1. Under suspicion; not trusted.

Joyce has been under a cloud since her roommate's bracelet disappeared.

The butcher is under a cloud because the inspectors found his scales were not honest.

2. Depressed, sad, discouraged.

Joe has been under a cloud since his dog died.


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