😚 Cheek by Jowl: Close and Cozy Idioms 🤗
Cheek by jowl - Close, intimate, side by side. This term has been making the rounds since the sixteenth century, pushing out its predecessor, cheek by cheek. Shakespeare gave it his stamp of approval in A Midsummer Night’s Dream: “I’ll go with thee, cheek by jowl.” By the time the eighteenth century rolled around, everyone was saying it, turning it into a full-fledged cliché!
Humorous Quotes:
- “We were packed cheek by jowl in the elevator. If it were any closer, we’d be sharing dreams!”
Related Terms and Similar Expressions:
- Joined at the hip - Extremely close to someone.
- Thick as thieves - Very friendly and conspiratorial.
- Side by side - Working or living closely together.
- Close-knit - Describes a group of people with tight relationships.
Synonyms:
- Intimate
- Adjacent
- Neighborly
Antonyms:
- Distant
- Remote
- Aloof
Proverbs:
- “Birds of a feather flock together.”
- “Two heads are better than one.”
Recommended Literature and Media:
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Books: “The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants” by Ann Brashares - Celebrates the close connection of friendships. “The Little Prince” by Antoine de Saint-Exupéry - A story about meaningful relationships.
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Movies: “Friends” (TV Series) - Legendary tales of close-knit friendships. “Stand By Me” - A classic story of childhood friends on an adventure.
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Songs: “Lean on Me” by Bill Withers - A heartwarming anthem of support and friendship. “We Go Together” from Grease - A fun tune embracing communal bonds.
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Poetry: “A Time to Talk” by Robert Frost - Highlights the importance of friendship.
Thought-Provoking Farewell:
In a world that often feels vast and expansive, let us cherish the moments when we are cheek by jowl with those who matter most. These close connections are the stitches in the fabric of our social tapestry. Keep your loved ones near, let laughter fill the spaces in between, and remember that life’s most beautiful moments often come from proximity.
Happy Reading! — Lexi Sticword
