head in the clouds
The idiom "head in the clouds" is used to describe someone who is either distracted or has unrealistic ideas.
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Definition
B2General
(figurative, informal)Being lost in thought or daydreaming, often unaware of one's surroundings.
Example
- She often has her head in the clouds during meetings, missing important details.
B2General
(figurative, informal)Having unrealistic or impractical ideas or plans.
Example
- His business proposal shows he has his head in the clouds, ignoring the financial realities.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "head in the clouds":
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