as pale as a ghost

The phrase "as pale as a ghost" is an idiomatic expression that is used to describe someone or something with an extremely light or whitish complexion, similar to the appearance of a ghost. It emphasizes the extreme paleness of the person or object being referred to, often suggesting a lack of color, vitality, or health. It is a figurative way of describing someone who looks very pale, almost as if they have seen a ghost or are unwell.