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Social butterfly
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someone who is very socially active and goes to many parties or social events
Idiom
InformalWhat is the origin of the idiom "make a go of something" and when to use it?
The term "social butterfly" originated in the early 20th century, comparing sociable individuals to butterflies. It became popular in the 1920s to describe outgoing and socially active people. This idiom is commonly used to describe extroverted individuals who are energized by social interactions, whether it's at parties, networking events, or social gatherings.
social butterfly
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Example
Sarah is a real social butterfly.
The social butterfly in the group is always eager to get around, introducing everyone to new acquaintances at gatherings.
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