over the rainbow
The phrase "over the rainbow" gained popularity from the song in the 1939 film 'The Wizard of Oz,' symbolizing hope and a better future.
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Definition
B2General
(figurative)Describes a place or situation that is fantastical, idealistic, or unattainable.
Example
- She dreams of a life over the rainbow, free from all her troubles.
B2Emotional State
(figurative)A metaphor for a state of happiness or perfection that is sought after but difficult to achieve.
Example
- Finding true love often feels like searching for something over the rainbow.
B2General
(figurative)Denotes something that is beyond reach or only exists in dreams or imagination.
Example
- His plans to build a utopia are just dreams over the rainbow.
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