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a day after the fair
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a time that is too late for something
What is the origin of the idiom "a day after the fair" and when to use it?
The idiom "a day after the fair" is believed to have originated from the context of fairs and carnivals. In the past, fairs were significant events that attracted large crowds and offered various attractions, entertainment, and commercial opportunities. The phrase conveys the idea of arriving or taking action after the fair has ended, indicating that one has missed out on the excitement, benefits, or opportunities associated with the event.
Example
They had a brilliant business idea, but by the time they started working on it, the market was saturated, making them a day after the fair.
She found out about the job opening after the application deadline had passed, feeling like she's a day after the fair.
He discovered the stock market opportunity too late and ended up feeling like he was a day after the fair.
I finally decided to invest in cryptocurrencies, but it seems like I'm a day after the fair as prices have already skyrocketed.
We learned about the discounted sale only after it had ended, leaving us a day after the fair for the great deals.
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