The children are full of beans this morning.
full of beans
idiomEnergetic and enthusiastic.
Origin
disputed originAttested since the 1840s. Possibly a reference to coffee beans. Attributed to Robert Strang.
After a long nap, the puppy woke up and was full of beans.
Despite the grueling hike, the young explorers remained full of beans and eager to reach the summit before sunset.
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come full circle
To make a complete change or reform.
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few cards shy of a full deck
Mentally deranged; demented; insane.
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for beans
Synonym of at all.
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full blast
Maximum capacity or effort
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full butt
headfirst with full force
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full circle
Through a cycle of transition, returning to where one started after gaining experience or exploring other things.
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full marks
Complete approval or agreement.
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full of hot air
Talking a lot, especially without saying anything of value or meaning.