# think of England

idiom

Source: https://englishreference.com/idiom/think-of-england
Updated: 2026-08-10

## Meaning

Clipping of close one's eyes and think of England, and its variants.

## Examples

- I just close my eyes and think of England during the long flight.
- The dentist visit was unpleasant, so I decided to close my eyes and think of England until it was over.
- Faced with the tedious and uncomfortable task of cleaning the basement, she simply closed her eyes and thought of England to endure the chore.

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