We use this expression to say that we are very worried about something, or not looking forward to it at all.
You can use this phrase in ………… language.
Spoken
Written
Informal
Example 1
A: Why won’t you be here on Friday?
B: I’ve got to go to the dentist. I’m dreading it – I haven’t been there for three years.
A: Poor you!
Example 2
A: My wife’s parents are visiting us this weekend.
B: That’s nice.
A: No. I’m dreading it. Her mother hates me!
