(as) tough as old boots In english explanation

The meaning, explanation, definition and origin of the idiom/phrase "(as) tough as old boots", English Idiom Dictionary ( also found in Vietnamese )

author Julia Huong calendar 2021-10-18 11:10

Meaning of (as) tough as old boots

Synonyms:

as tough as leather , as tough as nails

(as) tough as old boots British phrase simile UK informal

Having tremendous strength of body, mental or will; being resistant to illness or injury.

He's 85 years old, but he's as tough as old boots.

Mia is a warm and friendly person, but she is as tough as old boots at work.

A: Jim's wife died a year ago. He still seems depressed now. B: Don't worry about him. He's tough as old boots.

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) tough as old boots

The phrase dates from the late 19th century.

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let your heart rule your head

To do domething based on your emotions rather than for rational reasons

Example:

I can't believe that Tom beat his classmate. He's always the one who let his heart rule his head.

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