for the birds
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used to refer to something that does not deserve one's attention due to not being important or interesting enough
The idiom "for the birds" likely originated in the United States during the early 20th century, though its exact source remains uncertain. This expression is used to convey the notion that something is unimportant, trivial, or of little value, comparable to matters that only birds would find meaningful or interesting. It is a way to dismiss or deride a subject or situation as insignificant.
- I can't stand this pointless paperwork; it's all for the birds.
- Why waste time on a hobby that's for the birds when you could be doing something more worthwhile?
- Waiting in long lines for a mediocre meal?That restaurant is definitely for the birds.
- Spending hours troubleshooting this old computer is frustrating; it's becoming for the birds.
- Attending that meeting felt like a total waste of time; it was just for the birds.