over the moon
Americanidiom
Etymology
Origin of over the moon
First recorded in 1845–55
Example Sentences
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He said the club's win was "a dream come true", adding "it's only up from here. I'm over the moon."
From BBC ● May 31, 2026
"I'm over the moon," Jones told BBC Sport, as he revealed an incredible prediction that his first club, Arsenal, former club Coventry and current side Notts County would all enjoy glory this season.
From BBC ● May 25, 2026
“They are over the moon, and from what I hear, so in love!”
From Los Angeles Times ● May 6, 2026
So when I got the opportunity to spin at Coachella, the country’s festival of all festivals, I was over the moon.
From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 15, 2026
In the great green room, there was a telephone, and a red balloon, and a picture of a cow jumping over the moon.
From "Escape from Mr. Lemoncello's Library" by Chris Grabenstein
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