[be] over the moon
1
to be extremely happy or excited about something
The origin of the phrase "over the moon" can be traced back to early 20th-century England. The exact origins are uncertain, but it is believed to have originated from the idea that the moon is associated with a sense of wonder and enchantment. This idiom can be used to express intense happiness in relationships, such as falling in love or experiencing a significant milestone.
- After months of hard work, he was over the moon when he received a promotion at work.
- They were over the moon when they discovered they were expecting a baby.
- When she found out she won the lottery, she was over the moon with joy.
- Winning the championship left the team over the moon with excitement and pride.
- The kids were over the moon when they saw the theme park.