cloud nine
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of cloud nine
First recorded in 1955–60
Example Sentences
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Jesus was on cloud nine after two close-range finishes in the first half to help guarantee the Gunners a top eight finish.
From Barron's • Jan. 20, 2026
The ball was scooped up by a 10-year-old diehard Dodgers fan, and he’s been floating on cloud nine ever since.
From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 31, 2024
"I'm so happy. I've watched this race so many times on television and dreamed of coming with good legs to try to win it. I'm on cloud nine," Williams said.
From BBC • Apr. 17, 2024
“Man, I’m on cloud nine, baby,” said Rey Pascua, past president of the Filipino-American Community of the Yakima Valley.
From Seattle Times • Jan. 11, 2024
Oh my gosh, I am on cloud nine.
From Salon • Jan. 10, 2024
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