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UK(as) wise as an owl
/az wˈaɪz az ɐn ˈaʊl/
/æz wˈaɪz æz ɐn ˈaʊl/(as) wise as an owl
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What is the origin of the idiom "wise as an owl" and when to use it?
The origin of the phrase "wise as an owl" can be traced back to ancient Greek and Roman cultures. , as they believed that owls had the ability to see and understand things that others could not. Over time, this belief in the wisdom of owls became embedded in various cultures and folklore, leading to the expression "wise as an owl" to describe someone who is exceptionally wise or intelligent.
Examples
1. She is considered as wise as an owl and has become something of a matriarch within the community.
2. She is considered as wise as an owl and has become something of a matriarch within the community.
3. You'd think he'd be wise as an owl after so many years in this industry, but he's still a careless old fool.
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