I felt like a piffy on a rock bun at the party.
piffy on a rock bun
idiomA person ignored or sidelined from an activity
Origin
disputed originAge and etymology are uncertain; it existed in the 1930s and possibly derives from a music hall catchphrase. Some commentators (e.g. World Wide Words) suggest that piffy may have originally been patience, and the rock bun was simply a type of cake.
Everyone was busy discussing the project, leaving me feeling like a piffy on a rock bun in the corner.
Despite his years of experience, he stood alone at the conference, feeling like a piffy on a rock bun while the younger team members ignored his presence.
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bun fight
A debate or disagreement, usually with several parties involved, often political in nature.
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hit rock bottom
To reach the lowest possible state in one's life.
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rock bottom
The very lowest possible level.
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rock hound
A person who collects rocks and minerals from the natural environment as a hobby.
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rock on
To party to music, especially rock, or to continue to perform any such music; to maintain a lifestyle in keeping with, or inspired by, youth rock culture.
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rock out with one's cock out
To enjoy oneself immensely, to party.
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rock the boat
To disturb the status quo or go against rules or conventions, as in an effort to get attention.
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split on a rock
To completely fail in one's attempt