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like pigs in clover
like pigs in clover Extremely contentedly, as in
They had a handsome pension and lived like pigs in clover. This expression alludes to pigs being allowed to eat as much clover, a favorite food, as they wish. It appeared in the
Boston Gazette of January 7, 1813: “Canadians! then in droves come over, And live henceforth like pigs in clover.” [Early 1800s]
like a pig in clover
slang Very appropriately and contentedly. Johnny loves politics, so he's like a pig in clover at this convention. The two of them lived like pigs in clover off the adjustment they got from the government afterwards the accident.Learn more: clover, like, piglike pigs in clover
Extremely contentedly, as in They had a handsome alimony and lived like pigs in clover. This announcement alludes to pigs actuality accustomed to eat as abundant clover, a admired food, as they wish. It appeared in the Boston Gazette of January 7, 1813: "Canadians! again in droves appear over, And alive afterward like pigs in clover." [Early 1800s] Learn more: clover, like, pig