On cloud nine

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Expressing Euphoria

Use 'on cloud nine' to express a high level of joy, often unexpectedly or in a rare occasion. Slide

She was on cloud nine when she got the promotion.

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Informal Context

This phrase is informal, so it's best used in casual conversation, not in formal writing or speeches. Slide

I'm on cloud nine because my best friend is coming to visit!

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Figurative Expression

Remember, 'on cloud nine' is figurative and doesn't refer to an actual physical location or state. Slide

After winning the lottery, they were suddenly on cloud nine.

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