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All singing, all dancing

Meaning

The idiom "all singing, all dancing" means to be enthusiastic, excited, or highly energetic. It can also mean to be cheerful and joyful. The phrase is often used to describe someone who is full of life and energy, and who enjoys participating in activities that require movement and activity.

Usage

  • Sarah was always the life of the party, and she loved nothing more than to get everyone up and dancing at her birthday celebrations.
  • The children were all singing and dancing as they played in the playground.
  • When I saw my favorite band perform live, I was jumping up and down and singing along with them for hours.
  • My friend was so excited about his new job that he couldn't stop smiling and dancing around his house.
  • After a long day at work, all I wanted to do was relax and let loose with some music and dancing.

Roots and History

The idiom "all singing, all dancing" has been in use since the 19th century. It is believed to have originated from the popular entertainment of street performers who would sing and dance together for crowds of people. Over time, the phrase became associated with a lively and energetic atmosphere, and it came to be used to describe someone who was full of life and energy.

Synonyms in English

  • Lively
  • Energetic
  • Cheerful
  • Joyful
  • Bouncy

Synonyms in other languages

  • Électrique (French) - This French word means electric, which can be used to describe someone who is full of energy and enthusiasm.
  • Vibrante (Spanish) - This Spanish word means vibrant, and it can be used to describe someone who is full of life and energy.
  • 激烈的 (Chinese) - This Chinese phrase means exciting, and it can be used to describe someone who is enthusiastic and energetic.
  • 熱氣的 (Japanese) - This Japanese phrase means energetic, and it can be used to describe someone who is full of life and energy.
  • 動機的 (Korean) - This Korean phrase means lively, and it can be used to describe someone who is enthusiastic and energetic.

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