emotional moment
noun phraseUK /ɪˈməʊʃənəl ˈməʊmənt/
US /ɪˈmoʊʃənəl ˈmoʊmənt/
A time when you feel strong feelings like happiness, sadness, or love.
Saying goodbye to her best friend was an emotional moment.
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OTHER MEANINGS
2. A short period in a story or movie that makes you feel strong emotions.
The film's most emotional moment came when the dog found its way home.
3. A special time at an event when people show deep feelings.
The wedding ceremony had many emotional moments.
4. A brief time when someone's mood changes strongly.
There was an emotional moment when he opened the surprise gift.