The new intern is green as grass.
green as grass
idiomInexperienced or naive.
He was green as grass when he started the job, but he learned quickly.
Although he possessed great enthusiasm for the project, he remained as green as grass regarding the complex legal requirements of the industry.
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Chinese green
Synonym of lokao.
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go green
To implement certain lifestyle changes designed to help one live in a more ecologically friendly way.
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God's green earth
The world.
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grass tops
Of, related to, or involving local influential figures.
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green about the gills
Ill or unwell, especially as indicated by one's appearance.
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green fingers
A seemingly natural gardening ability.
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green handshake
A bribe, or a transfer of money that the interested parties represent as a tip but that disinterested third parties are likely to view as a bribe.
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green in earth
Of a deceased person, recently buried.