around the corner

/ɐɹˈaʊnd ðə kˈɔːnə/

/ɐɹˈaʊnd ðə kˈɔːɹnɚ/

[phrase]

around the corner

[PHRASE]

in a really short distance to a person or thing

used for saying that something will happen in a very near future

What is the origin of the idiom "around the corner" and when to use it?

The idiom "around the corner" likely originated from the literal idea of turning a corner or approaching a bend in a road. The expression has been in use since at least the early 20th century and has become ingrained in the English language as a widely understood idiom. It is commonly used in conversations, written texts, and everyday speech to create a sense of anticipation or expectation.

Examples

1. And for every new roller coaster, there's likely to be a line of eager riders wrapping around the corner.

2. And for every new roller coaster, there's likely to be a line of eager riders wrapping around the corner.

3. In two seconds he was round the corner into another street, then round another corner, and then he jumped onto a bus.

4. With the PlayStation 2 coming right around the corner, it was the last console Sega would ever make.