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Bittersweet

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Emotional Complexity

Reflects feelings of happiness and sadness mixed together in a complex way.

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Her farewell was bittersweet, joyful for the new opportunities but sad for the parting.
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Transition Phases

Often used when talking about life transitions that are both positive and hard.

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Leaving home for university has a bittersweet quality.
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Reflective Mood

Suggests a mood of reflecting on the past with both fondness and a touch of sorrow.

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Seeing old photos can stir up bittersweet memories.
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