Relationships - Dating

Discover how English idioms like "plenty of fish in the sea" and "sweet nothings" relate to dating in English.

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to make sheep's eyes at somebody

[phrase]

to look at someone in a way that shows one is very passionate about them

Ex: Patricia couldn't help but cast sheep's eyes at Tom from across the room, hoping he would notice her interest.

knight in shining armor

[phrase]

a man who has all the qualities of a perfect romantic partner

Ex: When Ashley's car broke down on the side of the road, Daniel, her knight in shining armor, arrived to rescue her and fix the engine.

goo-goo eyes

[noun]

excessively affectionate glances at someone

Ex: The little girl made goo-goo eyes at her parents , hoping to get a treat from the store .

sweet nothings

[noun]

loving or flirtatious words spoken quietly to someone, often during romantic moments

Ex: The movie scene ended with the lovers whispering sweet nothings in the rain .

to bill and coo

[phrase]

(of two people) to kiss and talk with one another in a very quiet and sentimental way

Ex: Whenever they were together, Jessica and Michael would often find themselves billing and cooing, lost in their affection for each other.

big mama

[noun]

used to refer to a man's wife or girlfriend

Ex: I 'm going to take big mama out to dinner tonight .

to punch above one's weight

[phrase]

to be romantically involved with someone who is considered more socially desirable than oneself

Ex: Despite feeling like he was punching above his weight, their connection was genuine.

to be an item

[phrase]

to be in a relationship of romantic or sexual nature

Ex: The media speculated about the celebrity couple's relationship status, wondering if they were an item or just good friends.

plenty of fish in the sea

[phrase]

used to comfort someone after a breakup, meaning there are many other potential romantic partners available

Ex: She stayed hopeful, knowing there were plenty of fish in the sea.

bedroom eyes

[noun]

a look in someone's eyes that reveals their sexual attraction toward someone else

Ex: As the music played softly , they danced , and she looked at him with bedroom eyes, creating an intimate atmosphere .

to have something going with somebody

[phrase]

to be involved in a romantic or casual relationship with someone, often without it being very serious or officially defined

Ex: I heard she's got something going with someone from her gym.

to swing both ways

[phrase]

to be sexually drawn to both males and females

Ex: Mark was surprised to find out that his close friend, Alex, swings both ways.It didn't change their friendship, but it made Mark appreciate Alex's openness and authenticity.

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Friendship & Reconciliation	Unfriendliness	Family	Marriage
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