Definition
See a Dog’s Age: To wait for an extremely long period of time, often used hyperbolically to emphasize an exaggerated duration.
Similar Terms
- In a coon’s age: An old-fashioned American expression meaning a long time.
- Dog years: Refers humorously to the idea that dogs age faster than humans, multiplying their age by seven for a human equivalent.
- Eons: Indefinitely long periods of time; if you’ve ever waited for service at the DMV, you’ve experienced eons.
- Till the cows come home: This one invokes pastoral scenes, implying a long, indefinite wait—possibly involving friendly cows doing yoga.
Common Phrases
- A lifetime: Sounds dramatic. Do you really mean it took a lifetime to pick up that Amazon package?
- Forever and a day: A lovely poetic touch, but it’s really just adding the cherry on top of an infinite sundae.
- Ages and ages: Emphasizing repeated periods of long waits; like playing fetch with the world’s least interested dog.
Synonyms
- Eternity
- Ages
- Forever
- Endlessly
Antonyms
- Instant
- Moment
- Blip
- Flash
Proverbial Wisdom 💭
“Patience is a virtue, unless you’re waiting in line at the post office, then it’s more of an adventure in Zen Buddhism.”
Inspirational Thought
“Waiting is a necessary part of life, often filled with opportunities for patience, daydreaming, and the occasional doodle—so make the most of it!” —Fictional philosopher with a catchy name, maybe Zen Doodle.
Literature, Books, Songs, Poetry, and Movies
- Book: “Waiting for Godot” by Samuel Beckett – An absurd play epitomizing the wait.
- Song: “Anticipation” by Carly Simon – Perfect for those feeling like they’ve been waiting longer than a dog’s age.
- Poem: “The Love Song of J. Alfred Prufrock” by T.S. Eliot – Lamenting lost time and missed opportunities.
- Movie: “Cast Away” – Tom Hanks knows a thing or two about waiting, with or without volleyball companions. 🏐
Fun Story Example
“When Sarah ordered her new couch, they said delivery would take ‘dog years,’ which explains why she now knits sweaters for her poodle while sitting on boxes.”
Quizzes 🧠
With a bit of waggish charm and playful jest, we bid you farewell. Remember, time bounded by cliches can either be fleeting or eternal; it’s all how you fetch it! 🐾
