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A fool’s paradise
Meaning
A state of euphoria with no basis in reality.
Examples
He thinks he is going to get the top job but there’s no chance of that. He’s just living in a fool’s paradise.
Where did it originate?
The United Kingdom – 16th century.
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Method to my madness
Meaning
Odd actions that appear meaningless but are done for a good reason.
Examples
Mixing cooking oil with the petrol might seem a little odd, but just wait, you’ll see there’s method in my madness.
Where did it originate?
Britain, 17th century. From Shakespeare’s Hamlet, as ‘though this is madness, yet there is method in it’.
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Salad days
Meaning
The days of one’s youthful inexperience and enthusiasm.
Examples
I’m too old and cynical to believe politician’s promises now. I’m well past my salad days.
Where did it originate?
Shakespeare
Where is it used?
Mainly Britain.
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