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On cloud nine

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Expressing EuphoriaPlay
Use 'on cloud nine' to express a high level of joy, often unexpectedly or in a rare occasion. SlideShe was on cloud nine when she got the promotion.
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Informal ContextPlay
This phrase is informal, so it's best used in casual conversation, not in formal writing or speeches. SlideI'm on cloud nine because my best friend is coming to visit!
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Figurative ExpressionPlay
Remember, 'on cloud nine' is figurative and doesn't refer to an actual physical location or state. SlideAfter winning the lottery, they were suddenly on cloud nine.