[be|live|keep] in clover
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to be living a comfortable and luxurious life
The idiom "be in clover" has its roots in rural traditions, particularly in agriculture. Clover is a plant that is commonly used as fodder for livestock. Livestock that grazed in clover fields were considered to be well-fed and content. This phrase is used to describe someone who is living in a state of luxury, comfort, or great prosperity.
- After a successful business venture, they are living in clover, surrounded by all the comforts and luxuries money can buy.
- If the investment pays off, they will keep in clover and have financial security for the rest of their lives.
- When they sold their successful business, they were in clover, finally able to retire early and fulfill their dreams.
- With the recent promotion, he's been in clover, dining at high-end restaurants and traveling first-class.