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Definition & Meaning of "a whale of {sth}"

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used to say that something is extremely good or abundant

a whale of {sth} definition and meaning

What is the origin of the idiom "a whale of something" and when to use it?

The origin of the idiom "a whale of something" can be traced to American English, particularly in the early to mid-20th century. It likely derives from the idea that a whale, being one of the largest creatures on Earth, symbolizes something of exceptional size or significance.It is often used in spoken language and informal writing to convey the idea of something being extraordinary or substantial.

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The birthday party was a blast, and the children had a whale of a time playing games and enjoying cake and ice cream.
The company made a whale of a profit last year due to their successful marketing campaign.
That movie was a whale of a hit, breaking box office records.
The couple went on a romantic vacation and had a whale of a time exploring new destinations and creating lasting memories.
At the carnival, the kids had a whale of a time, going on all the rides and eating cotton candy.
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