In low cotton phrase
Sad or upset
Bella is in low cotton because she gets bad marks.
He was in low cotton because his daughter broke his favorite vase.
To feel devastated because of a minor problem or accident
1. Having contradictory views, beliefs, or plans.
2. Unhappy or unsatisfied with one's life.
To feel upset or nervous.
1. A sinner, particularly one who has been sentenced to hell.
2. Used to say that someone is depressed, lonely, and/or aimless.
In "low cotton", stalks were less than two to three feet tall and bolls were scarce, making the picker's job considerably more difficult.
If someone cuts a sorry figure, he or she creates an unfavourable impression to others or causes others to regard him or her unfavourably.
Lisa cut a sorry figure at the job interview