honeymoon is over, the
the honeymoon is over
The end of the short amount of time (called the "honeymoon") at the beginning of a new relationship, activity, or pursuit when everything goes well and seems to be free of problems. Donna was excited when she started her new job, but once the honeymoon was over, she realized that she had more responsibilities than she could handle. Many couples find it difficult to maintain a relationship after the honeymoon is over.
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Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.
honeymoon is over, the
The initial harmonious period in a new relationship has ended, as in After the first ninety days, the honeymoon between the new President and the press was over . The figurative use of honeymoon (literally referring to the first month of marriage) dates from the late 1500s.
See also: honeymoon
The American Heritage® Dictionary of Idioms by Christine Ammer.
- the honeymoon is over
- a/the honeymoon period
- honeymoon
- honeymoon period
- honeymoon phase
- honeymoon stage
- all power to your elbow
- in pursuit of
- in pursuit of (someone or something)
- be in pursuit