blow away the cobwebs

To energize or invigorate oneself. ("Cobwebs" are spider webs that are typically found in abandoned spaces.) When was the last time you left the house? Come on, get out there and blow away the cobwebs!

See also: away, blow, cobweb

Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.

blow away the cobwebs

If something, especially exercise, blows away the cobwebs, it makes you feel more alert and lively, when you have previously felt tired. We had a walk after lunch to blow away the cobwebs. Note: Verbs such as brush away, clear away and dust away are sometimes used instead of blow away. We had to get a game in to brush away the cobwebs before the Germany match.

See also: away, blow, cobweb

Collins COBUILD Idioms Dictionary, 3rd ed.

blow (or clear) away the cobwebs

banish a state of lethargy; enliven or refresh yourself.

See also: away, blow, cobweb

Farlex Partner Idioms Dictionary

blow away the ˈcobwebs

(informal) make you feel lively and refreshed, especially after you have been indoors for too long: After sitting around for hours, we went out and had a long walk along the beach to blow the cobwebs away.

A cobweb is a fine net of threads made by a spider, often found in rooms or buildings that have not been used for a long time.

See also: away, blow, cobweb

Farlex Partner Idioms Dictionary

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References in periodicals archive

BLOW away the cobwebs by taking a walk in a winter wonderland during the festive season.

Winter rambling; COUNTDOWN

"I think one of them got a wild card in the main draw." That was Saville, who gave French Open champion Sharapova a real run for her money as she looked to blow away the cobwebs. "We didn't actually finish," the four-time Grand Slam champion said.

Sharapova shakes rust by roughing up local boys

Ballydoyle''s big hopes invariably require an outing to blow away the cobwebs, so perhaps that form should not be taken at face value.

Livingston in his element

THERE are few better ways to blow away the cobwebs of a heavy New Year's party for a petrol head than a dose of the high octane Death Race 2 movie.

WIN; Motoring Myles

BLOW away the cobwebs on long walks along the beach on a half-term break to Brittany, staying in a 19th Century house sleeping up to eight in Audierne, about half a mile from the coast.

TRAVEL UPDATE

Paula Radcliffe says it is time to blow away the cobwebs and 'find out where I'm at' in terms of her preparation for the Olympic Games when she leads Britain's women in the European Cup here this weekend.

ATHLETICS: Radcliffe's track return gives vital Athens Games pointer

If the game does go ahead, conditions will be heavy as Blyth look to blow away the cobwebs of a three-week lay-off.

Pitch is a concern for Blyth side desperate for a return to action; VANARAMA NORTH

Get out into the country, head for the hills, take a trip to the seaside - and let the most natural thing on Earth blow away the cobwebs.

Easy ways to spring clean your mind... Spring cleaning season is upon us, but it's not just your home that could benefit from a good dusting. KATE WHITING rounds up some simple solutions for soul spruce-ups

"He had a nice day out at Cheltenham on Friday, which should have helped blow away the cobwebs before he goes back to Aintree.

Saint on course for Aintree return

He said: "Getting on your bike in the morning is a great way to blow away the cobwebs and get the blood pumping, ready for a productive day at work.

Staff saddle up as part of campaign

He is 62nd in the world rankings in the 100m with a best of 10.12 seconds, set in April in what was little more than an early-season race Usain Bolt | designed to blow away the cobwebs.

Usain has no concerns over fitness; ATHLETICS

The going will be much quicker on the Westwood and she may have just needed a run to blow away the cobwebs.

Asteroidea should be given another chance on the Westwood

WHY not blow away the cobwebs and get some much-needed fresh air on Redcar beach - and clean it up while you're there?

Help to clean up beach

Walking the dog is great as it makes sure I'm exercising every day and is a great way to blow away the cobwebs.

MYHEALTH; Mark Sawkins is 50 and lives in Llangybi, near Usk. He is the director of Biothecare Estetika at Cwmbran Shopping

Burke, who will partner his 124-rated hurdler Red Jade, said: "I might have to go for a run later to blow away the cobwebs but I ride out every day.

Intrepid trainers don silks at Wincanton

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释义	blow away the cobwebs blow away the cobwebs To energize or invigorate oneself. ("Cobwebs" are spider webs that are typically found in abandoned spaces.) When was the last time you left the house? Come on, get out there and blow away the cobwebs! See also: away, blow, cobweb Farlex Dictionary of Idioms. blow away the cobwebs If something, especially exercise, blows away the cobwebs, it makes you feel more alert and lively, when you have previously felt tired. We had a walk after lunch to blow away the cobwebs. Note: Verbs such as brush away, clear away and dust away are sometimes used instead of blow away. We had to get a game in to brush away the cobwebs before the Germany match. See also: away, blow, cobweb Collins COBUILD Idioms Dictionary, 3rd ed. blow (or clear) away the cobwebs banish a state of lethargy; enliven or refresh yourself. See also: away, blow, cobweb Farlex Partner Idioms Dictionary blow away the ˈcobwebs (informal) make you feel lively and refreshed, especially after you have been indoors for too long: After sitting around for hours, we went out and had a long walk along the beach to blow the cobwebs away. A cobweb is a fine net of threads made by a spider, often found in rooms or buildings that have not been used for a long time. See also: away, blow, cobweb Farlex Partner Idioms Dictionary See also: cobweb blow away blow someone away blowed away are we away Are we away? away draw away do away with do away with (someone, something, or oneself) References in periodicals archive BLOW away the cobwebs by taking a walk in a winter wonderland during the festive season. Winter rambling; COUNTDOWN "I think one of them got a wild card in the main draw." That was Saville, who gave French Open champion Sharapova a real run for her money as she looked to blow away the cobwebs. "We didn't actually finish," the four-time Grand Slam champion said. Sharapova shakes rust by roughing up local boys Ballydoyle''s big hopes invariably require an outing to blow away the cobwebs, so perhaps that form should not be taken at face value. Livingston in his element THERE are few better ways to blow away the cobwebs of a heavy New Year's party for a petrol head than a dose of the high octane Death Race 2 movie. WIN; Motoring Myles BLOW away the cobwebs on long walks along the beach on a half-term break to Brittany, staying in a 19th Century house sleeping up to eight in Audierne, about half a mile from the coast. TRAVEL UPDATE Paula Radcliffe says it is time to blow away the cobwebs and 'find out where I'm at' in terms of her preparation for the Olympic Games when she leads Britain's women in the European Cup here this weekend. ATHLETICS: Radcliffe's track return gives vital Athens Games pointer If the game does go ahead, conditions will be heavy as Blyth look to blow away the cobwebs of a three-week lay-off. Pitch is a concern for Blyth side desperate for a return to action; VANARAMA NORTH Get out into the country, head for the hills, take a trip to the seaside - and let the most natural thing on Earth blow away the cobwebs. Easy ways to spring clean your mind... Spring cleaning season is upon us, but it's not just your home that could benefit from a good dusting. KATE WHITING rounds up some simple solutions for soul spruce-ups "He had a nice day out at Cheltenham on Friday, which should have helped blow away the cobwebs before he goes back to Aintree. Saint on course for Aintree return He said: "Getting on your bike in the morning is a great way to blow away the cobwebs and get the blood pumping, ready for a productive day at work. Staff saddle up as part of campaign He is 62nd in the world rankings in the 100m with a best of 10.12 seconds, set in April in what was little more than an early-season race Usain Bolt \| designed to blow away the cobwebs. Usain has no concerns over fitness; ATHLETICS The going will be much quicker on the Westwood and she may have just needed a run to blow away the cobwebs. Asteroidea should be given another chance on the Westwood WHY not blow away the cobwebs and get some much-needed fresh air on Redcar beach - and clean it up while you're there? Help to clean up beach Walking the dog is great as it makes sure I'm exercising every day and is a great way to blow away the cobwebs. MYHEALTH; Mark Sawkins is 50 and lives in Llangybi, near Usk. He is the director of Biothecare Estetika at Cwmbran Shopping Burke, who will partner his 124-rated hurdler Red Jade, said: "I might have to go for a run later to blow away the cobwebs but I ride out every day. Intrepid trainers don silks at Wincanton
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