as merry as the day is long
The phrase "as merry as the day is long" is an idiomatic expression used to describe someone who is extremely happy, joyful, or full of merriment. It implies that the person's happiness lasts throughout the entire day, indicating a high level of cheerfulness and contentment. The phrase suggests that their happiness knows no bounds, just like a long summer day with plenty of daylight.
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