(as) red as a ruby

(as) red as a ruby

Extremely flushed and red, especially in the face, as from embarrassment, anger, or physical strain. My father was as red as a ruby by the time we reached the top of the hill. I was afraid he might have a heart attack or something! Oh, Mike definitely likes you—he turns red as a ruby every time you're around!
See also: red, ruby
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.
See also:
  • ruby
  • (as) red as a rose
  • (as) red as blood
  • (as) red as a poppy
  • poppy
  • red as a cherry
  • (as) red as a cherry
  • red
  • red ink
  • handed