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toast of the town

idiom
Meaning

A person, male or female, who is admired and very popular in local society, and who is sought after to attend parties, public events, etc.


Examples
SIMPLE

After winning the big game, he is the toast of the town.

CONTEXTUAL

Since her new book became a bestseller, the local author has become the toast of the town.

COMPLEX

Following his heroic rescue of the trapped villagers, the young soldier became the toast of the town, invited to every gala and banquet in the region.

Anchors to
Related idioms8entries
  1. 01

    big end of town

    The top end of town.

  2. 02

    blow town

    To suddenly leave one's residence.

  3. 03

    company town

    A town, city, or other municipality in which a single large business has a controlling influence over the economy and, sometimes, over the societal structure and the local government.

  4. 04

    go to town

    To proceed enthusiastically, vigorously, or expertly.

  5. 05

    go to town on

    To devour or consume (something); to enthusiastically or assiduously work on (something); to tear into (something).

  6. 06

    have someone on toast

    To have somebody in one's power, or in a compromising or helpless position.

  7. 07

    man about town

    A worldly, social man who frequents fashionable places.

  8. 08

    new kid in town

    Synonym of new kid on the block.

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