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old as the hills
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used to describe someone or something that is old and has existed for a long time
Humorous
Idiom
InformalWhat is the origin of the idiom "old as the hills" and when to use it?
This idiom is of uncertain origin, used in informal conversations and informal writing to exaggerate the age or antiquity of something or someone, and is often used in a lighthearted or humorous manner.
Examples
Grandma's rocking chair is old as the hills, passed down through generations, its sturdy frame and well-worn seat holding cherished memories.
Martha, who is as old as the hills, shares her stories of the past with great nostalgia and wisdom.
