casual, light, and often trivial conversation, typically about non-essential topics
used to refer to someone who is very healthy and in good physical condition
The idiom "fit as a fiddle" is believed to have originated in the 17th century. It is used to describe someone who is in excellent physical health and condition, often indicating a high level of fitness and well-being, just like a well-tuned musical instrument (a fiddle or violin) that produces the best sound when it is in perfect condition. This phrase is commonly used in a positive and complimentary manner.
to make an abrupt change of opinion or policy, especially in an exchange with the opposing one
baby talk used to make a baby laugh or react playfully
the sound of metallic objects clinking together
used to suggest that someone or something has fully recovered or is in good working condition
The idiom "right as rain" is thought to have originated in the 19th century and is used to describe something that is in perfect condition or working order. It likely draws on the idea of rain being a natural element that brings freshness and nourishment to the earth. It is used to convey that everything is well, satisfactory, or resolved. This idiom is commonly used in everyday conversation and writing to express a sense of correctness or completeness.
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