20#Do you know this expression?

気が引ける

「相手に引け目があって、遠慮する」

to feel awkward / to feel ashamed

前の借金をまだ返していないので、また借金を頼むのは気が引ける。

I still haven't paid the last debt I had so to ask for another loan is a bit awkward.

気が置けない

「遠慮したり、気を遣ったりしなくてもいい」

Having no need for formalities / not needing to show restraint.

彼は幼稚園からずっと付き合っている、気が置けない友達だ。

I've been with my friend since kindergarten, a friend I can be myself around.

気が晴れる

「心配や気になることがなくなって、気分がすっきりする」

to feel refreshed / to feel more cheerful

言いたいことを言ったら、気が晴れた。

I felt refreshed saying what I wanted to say.

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