(as) strong as a bull In english explanation

The meaning, explanation, definition and origin of the idiom/phrase "(as) strong as a bull", English Idiom Dictionary ( also found in Vietnamese )

author Jenne Phuong calendar 2021-10-12 06:10

Meaning of (as) strong as a bull

Variants:

(as) strong as a lion , (as) strong as a horse , (as) strong as an ox

(as) strong as a bull simile

Being extremely strong

He is a professional weightlifter. That's why he is as strong as a bull.

Look at his muscles! He is as strong as a bull.

Other phrases about:

drive your message/point home

State something in a very strong, clear and effective way

be made of sterner stuff

Someone who has a strong personality

a tough customer/cookie

A person whose character is strong and determined, and is not easily influenced by other people

stand the test of time

To remain popular or strong for a long period of time.

(as) strong as a horse

Used to describe someone who has great physical strength and endurance

Origin of (as) strong as a bull

The phrase "strong like bull" was most likely popularized by the character of Uncle Tonoose on the 1950s sitcom, The Danny Thomas Show. The expression "as strong as a bull" may come from that.

The Origin Cited: waywordradio.org .
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Use ink or some type of digital scanner to record one's fingerprints

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