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(as) dry as a bone
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used to refer to something that is free of any moisture
Idiom
InformalWhat is the origin of the idiom "dry as a bone" and when to use it?
The idiom "dry as a bone" originates from the comparison of bone, which is typically devoid of moisture, to a state of extreme dryness. Bones are known for their lack of moisture content, being dry and devoid of any dampness. The phrase "dry as a bone" is used to describe something that is completely dry, often emphasizing a lack of moisture, humidity, or wetness.
Example
Despite the heavy rain shower, the porch remained dry as a bone, shielded from the downpour by the awning.
The desert landscape stretched for miles, with the sand dunes appearing dry as a bone under the blazing sun.
After days of scorching heat, the ground became dry as a bone, cracking underfoot.
The drought had taken its toll on the once-lush farmland, leaving it dry as a bone and causing crop failures.
The towel had been left out in the sun for hours, and now it was dry as a bone, ready for use.
