Nature Idioms
Agnes
British English
William
British English
Olivia
American English
James
American English
Charlotte
AUS English
Amaia
NZ English
Lethabo
SA English
Geetha
IND English
1. As free as a bird
This idiom means to feel completely free and unburdened, like a bird in flight.
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Travelling to new places and experiencing different cultures makes me feel as free as a bird
Walking in nature, with the sun on my face and the wind in my hair, makes me feel as free as a bird
Quitting my job and starting my own business was a way to be as free as a bird and follow my dreams
The teenager felt as free as a bird when they got their driver's license and could go wherever they wanted
The retired couple felt as free as a bird when they sold their house and started travelling around the world
2. Go with the flow
This idiom means to adapt and adjust to the natural course of events, like a river flowing.
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I don't like to plan too much, I prefer to go with the flow and see where life takes me
In yoga, the key is to relax and go with the flow, not forcing anything or pushing yourself too hard
When travelling, it's important to be flexible and go with the flow, as plans can change unexpectedly
The artist didn't have a clear plan for their painting, instead choosing to go with the flow and see what emerged
When working in a team, it's essential to go with the flow and be open to other people's ideas and opinions
3. Under the weather
This idiom means to feel unwell or not at your best, like the weather on a gloomy day.
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I'm feeling a bit under the weather today, so I think I'll stay home and rest
She's been under the weather all week, battling a cold and cough
The rainy weather always makes him feel under the weather and a bit down
He wasn't feeling well, so his boss sent him home to rest and get over being under the weather
She knew she was coming down with something when she started feeling under the weather on Monday
4. Be on cloud nine
This idiom means to be extremely happy and content, like being high up in the clouds and looking down at the world below.
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After getting the job offer, he was on cloud nine and couldn't stop smiling
Winning the competition put her on cloud nine for days, feeling so proud and accomplished
His team's victory put him on cloud nine, celebrating with his teammates and fans
She was on cloud nine after her wedding day, feeling so happy and in love
Getting the scholarship was a dream come true and put her on cloud nine for weeks
5. Be a rolling stone
This idiom means to be constantly on the move and not tied down to any one place, like a stone rolling down a hill.
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He's never been one to settle down and has always been a bit of a rolling stone, traveling and exploring new places
Her father was a musician and a rolling stone, always on the move and never staying in one place for too long
After college, she became a rolling stone, backpacking across Europe and Asia for a year
The artist has lived all over the world and considers himself a rolling stone, always seeking out new inspiration and experiences
She's a bit of a rolling stone, trying out new hobbies and careers every few years
6. A breath of fresh air
This idiom means to be refreshing, new, and different.
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After a long day in the office, going for a walk in the park is like a breath of fresh air
Meeting her was like a breath of fresh air - she was so positive and uplifting
The new manager is a breath of fresh air, bringing new ideas and energy to the team
Taking a break from technology can be a breath of fresh air, allowing us to connect with nature and ourselves
Spending time with kids is like a breath of fresh air - they have a unique perspective on life that can be refreshing
