Was as cool as a cucumber In english explanation

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

Mia Le

2021-03-14 08:03

As cool as a cucumber simile

Used to emphasize that one is very calm even when it's surprising.

She's trying to act as cool as a cucumber when being proposed. However, she cannot control her happiness.

The thief was as cool as a cucumber and walked away after stealing Jane's wallet.

Every time Linda comes closer to Jack. He always tries to look as cool as a cucumber.

calm your tits

Used to advise somebody to calm down

as calm as a toad in the sun

very calm and content in situations that aren't ideal.

(as) gentle as a lamb

Used to describe someone kind, calm and pleasant

cut loose

1. To act or behave in an unrestrained, wild manner

2. To go away from a particular place or area

3. To separate from someone or something

have/keep your wits about you

To stay calm in a difficult situation and react to unexpected things quickly

The phrase was first recorded in a poem by the British poet John Gay 'New Song on New Similies' in 1732:

"Cool as a cucumber could see
The rest of womankind."

The Origin Cited: phrases.org.uk - As cool as a cucumber