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UKon top of the world
/ˌɒn tˈɒp ɒvðə wˈɜːld/
/ˌɑːn tˈɑːp ʌvðə wˈɜːld/on top of the world
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What is the origin of the idiom "on top of the world" and when to use it?
The origin of the phrase "on top of the world" can be traced back to the concept of physical elevation and the association of being at the highest point. Over time, the phrase has evolved to be used in various contexts to describe moments of personal achievement, happiness, or contentment. It is often employed when individuals experience a significant success or accomplishment in their professional, academic, or personal lives.
Examples
1. Howard identified seven cloud types, but these have since been expanded to ten, cloud nine being the towering cumulonimbus thunder cloud, which is probably why being on cloud nine means to be on top of the world.
2. And that’s amazing because I feel like I’m on top of the world, like I control everything.
3. I’ve had times where you make a bunch of money in a night, and you feel like you're on top of the world.
4. and you feel like you're on top of the world.
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