In Your Dreams: That’s as likely to happen as a snowman in a sauna! This phrase is typically used to shoot down someone’s overly optimistic or improbable aspirations. It’s the verbal equivalent of a reality check, and it dates back to the 1980s, a decade known for its grandiose dreams and even grander fashion faux pas.
Synonyms:
- Dream on: Keep wishing, buddy.
- Fat chance: Ain’t gonna happen.
- When pigs fly: In a parallel universe, maybe.
Antonyms:
- Sure thing: It’s a done deal.
- Certainty: Absolutely, with zero doubt.
Humorous Quotes:
- “You winning the lottery? Yeah, right! In your dreams!” - Anonymous 💬
- “Dreaming permits each and every one of us to be quietly and safely insane every night of our lives.” - William Dement
Related Proverbs and Expressions:
- “Don’t count your chickens before they hatch.” 🐣
- “Cloud nine” or “head in the clouds”
- “Pie in the sky” 🥧
Recommended Literature, Books, Songs, Poetry, and Movies:
- 📚 “Don Quixote” by Miguel de Cervantes - The original dreamer with grand, and often comically unrealistic, aspirations.
- 🎵 “Dream On” by Aerosmith - The anthem for dreamers, though it too emphasizes persistence.
- 🎬 “Inception” - A movie where dreams become as convoluted as marketing trends.
Farewell Thought:
“Dreams are necessary to life. But sometimes, it’s healthy to have a side of skepticism with your ambitions.”
### Which of these expressions means the same as "In your dreams"?
- [ ] Chicken little
- [x] When pigs fly
- [ ] Up a creek
- [ ] Top of the morning
> **Explanation:** "When pigs fly" is another way to describe something that is extremely unlikely to happen, much like "In your dreams."
### "Dream on" can best be interpreted as:
- [ ] Keep sleeping
- [ ] Proceed, your wish is granted
- [x] Keep wishing, it's highly unlikely
- [ ] Hold on
> **Explanation:** "Dream on" is a skeptical, often dismissive way to tell someone their expectation is improbable.
### True or False: "In your dreams!" is used to encourage someone's goal.
- [ ] True
- [x] False
> **Explanation:** It’s used sarcastically to suggest that the goal is likely unattainable.
