honeymoon stage

honeymoon stage

The short amount of time 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 stage 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 stage ends.
See also: honeymoon, stage
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.

honeymoon stage

verb
See honeymoon period
See also: honeymoon, stage
McGraw-Hill's Dictionary of American Slang and Colloquial Expressions
See also:
  • a/the honeymoon period
  • honeymoon
  • honeymoon period
  • honeymoon phase
  • honeymoon is over, the
  • the honeymoon is over
  • all power to your elbow
  • in pursuit of
  • in pursuit of (someone or something)
  • be in pursuit
References in periodicals archive
It is flirtatious, sexy, fun, and exciting and could bring some of that honeymoon stage energy back to the relationship, whether your marriage is on the rocks or not.
AJ Pritchard is in the honeymoon stage with his new girlfriend Abbie Quinnen, and what better way to celebrate that with a romantic getaway -- with his mum and dad.
As someone who experienced the honeymoon stage between China and the Philippines during the Arroyo administration, as well as the challenging days of the Aquino III administration, I have never been so worried about the current relations between our two countries.
"It can mean some long days but I do feel I'm still in the honeymoon stage - even after five years it hasn't worn off yet!"
For the first few weeks, during the honeymoon stage, retirement seems great, but after the initial excitement of uncommitted days sets in, physicians often begin questioning their decision to retire.
Their smiles together have changed and their affection and love signals are much more intense and open than ever before suggesting the birth of their third child has somehow thrown them back into the honeymoon stage of their relationship," James said (via (https://www.express.co.uk/life-style/life/1035264/Kate-Middleton-Prince-William-news-latest-body-language-Meghan-Markle-Prince-Harry) Express ).
The Honeymoon Stage - Victims are relieved the catastrophe is passed and there is little to no personal injury;
Dr Spurr also believes children in Cheryl's position can almost become addicted to the honeymoon stage of love, which could explain why so many since Ashley lasted less than two years.
BraveSurreysingletons can now skip dating disasters and fast-track their relationship to the honeymoon stage.
I was kind of in the honeymoon stage of being out with my mates and enjoying myself.
Most presidents were still in the honeymoon stage of their terms during their second quarter, and enjoyed approval ratings above 60 percent, with former presidents John F.
They only started seeing each other a matter of weeks ago but they're definitely in the honeymoon stage."Although they haven't been together long, their relationship has definitely gotten off to an amazing start.
We're still on our honeymoon stage. Iba magmahal ang nasa autumn na ng buhay.
Leslie, whom interim coach Eric Gonzales said is still in his 'honeymoon stage' with the Batang Pier, scored 33 points, had 14 rebounds, five blocks and three assists in a brilliant debut that got Globalport off on the right foot.