Idiom of the Day. "Head in the Clouds"

 Head in the Clouds

Synonyms: daydreaming, lost in thought, distracted, etc.

When someone has their "head in the clouds," it means they are daydreaming or not paying attention to what's happening around them because they are lost in their own thoughts or fantasies. This idiom suggests a sense of being disconnected from reality, often in a pleasant or dreamy way.

Examples in sentences:

1. During the meeting, Sarah had her head in the clouds, envisioning her upcoming vacation.
2. Tom often walks around with his head in the clouds, oblivious to the world around him.
3. Despite her head being in the clouds, Emily always manages to come up with creative ideas.
4. I didn't notice the time pass; I had my head in the clouds while reading that captivating book.

October, 2023

Posted by Oxford Language Club

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