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to melt in one's mouth
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(of food) to be really tasty and require not much chewing
What is the origin of the idiom "melt in one's mouth" and when to use it?
The idiom "melt in one's mouth" is used to describe food or, in a broader sense, anything that is exceptionally tender, delicate, or delicious, often to the point where it seems to dissolve or disintegrate as soon as it makes contact with one's mouth. Its origin is not precisely known, but it is likely derived from the idea that when food is so exceptionally well-cooked and tender, it requires very little chewing, and it seemingly disintegrates instantly in the mouth.
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Despite his sweet smile, he was a troublemaker at heart, with a mischievous nature that belied the appearance that butter would not melt in his mouth.
She acted as if butter would not melt in her mouth, but behind closed doors, she was always causing trouble.
She presented herself as the perfect student, as if butter would not melt in her mouth, but she was actually the mastermind behind the cheating scandal.
The child looked so innocent, as if butter would not melt in her mouth, but she was secretly the one who broke the vase.
The yummy chocolate cake melted in her mouth, leaving her craving for more.
