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Paint the town red

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Celebration ImpliedPlay
The phrase often suggests a celebration or a very enjoyable outing. SlideGraduation's tomorrow, let's paint the town red!
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Not LiterallyPlay
The phrase is figurative, meaning to have a good time, not actual painting. SlideThey're not really painting anything, they're just going to paint the town red.
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Nightlife FunPlay
It's usually used when people go out at night to enjoy many activities, like dining and dancing. SlideWe've been working hard all week; it's time to paint the town red!