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music to one's ears
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something that brings great joy or satisfaction to someone
Idiom
Informal
What is the origin of the idiom "music to one's ears" and when to use it?
The idiom "music to one's ears" is used to describe information or news that is very pleasing or gratifying to hear. The phrase likens the pleasure derived from hearing such news to the enjoyment of listening to music. While the exact origin of the idiom is not explicitly documented in the provided search results, it is commonly used to convey the idea of receiving excellent or welcome news that brings joy or satisfaction.
Examples
Hearing that she had been accepted into her dream college was music to her ears.
