Expressions (A–Z)
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A fool's paradise
A place or state of mind granting bliss or pleasure without any grasp on reality...
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B
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Became fat from much satisfaction
In the question: He was caused great sorrow and great pleasure.
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Broad Smile
Figuratively: a smile of pleasure and contentment. A big smile.
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D
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Drowned his sorrow in…
By metaphor: consoled himself and tried to cheer himself by means of pleasure fr...
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E
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Epicurean Opinion
See: "Epicurus."
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G
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Give up the pleasure
And give up something whose enjoyment is in doubt, or which is very expensive.
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H
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Have you found honey? Eat your fill
By metaphor: It is forbidden to overindulge in pleasures, even if they are good.
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I
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it was pleasant for him, like balm to his bones
Figuratively: He received it with joy. The thing was most pleasant to him.
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L
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Left a taste of more
It causes pleasure and a desire to continue to enjoy it.
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Let us eat and drink for tomorrow we shall die
A proverb describing an attitude of recklessness, lack of concern or care for to...
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