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bright young thing

idiom

One who is youthful, clever, eager, and high-spirited in manner and attractive in appearance.


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  1. 01

    be a thing

    To exist, or to be available, widespread, possible, or a common practice.

  2. 02

    best thing since sliced bread

    Alternative form of greatest thing since sliced bread.

  3. 03

    best thing since sliced pan

    Alternative form of greatest thing since sliced bread.

  4. 04

    bright and early

    (Very) early in the morning.

  5. 05

    bright lights

    The glamour and glitz of a place, especially a big city.

  6. 06

    bright line

    A clear distinction in the context of a legal, moral, ethical, or analytical judgment.

  7. 07

    bright side

    A consoling aspect of a difficult situation.

  8. 08

    bright spark

    A person who is intelligent, clever or quick-witted.

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