rare as hen's teeth

(as) rare as hens' teeth

Incredibly scarce or rare; extremely difficult or impossible to find. Support for the president is as rare as hens' teeth in this part of the country.

rare as hen's teeth

scarce as hen's teeth

OLD-FASHIONED

If something is as rare as hen's teeth or as scarce as hen's teeth, it is extremely rare. Record companies are becoming as rare as hen's teeth. Note: Hens do not have teeth.

rare (or scarce) as hen's teeth

extremely rare.

As hens do not possess teeth, the implication is that something is rare to the point of non-existence. The phrase was originally a US colloquialism, dating from the mid 19th century.

(as) rare/scarce as hen’s ˈteeth

(old-fashioned) extremely rare: Critics always complain that good movies that the whole family can see together are as scarce as hen’s teeth.

This refers to the fact that hens do not have teeth.

See also: rare, scarce, teeth

Farlex Partner Idioms Dictionary

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(as) rare as hens' teeth
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rare/scarce as hen's teeth
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rarer than hens' teeth
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scarcer than hens' teeth
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(as) scarce as hens' teeth

References in periodicals archive

"Primate fossils are as rare as hen's teeth," said first author Richard Kay, a professor of evolutionary anthropology at Duke who has been doing paleontological research in South America for nearly four decades.

World's Smallest Fossil Monkey in Amazon

So for now, a straight and honest answer from Boris remains as rare as hen's teeth.

We have ways of making you squawk, Boris.

ASK anyone with a dairy-free diet and they will tell you that Baileys Almande has been as rare as hen's teeth to find over the last few months.

Tipples and treats; Get ready to celebrate St Patrick's Day on March 17 with these Celtic buys

It's rare as hen's teeth to find something honestly different when it comes to holsters--but this is one.

Blackhawk! Omnivore

For supporters of our four regional sides, a Saturday afternoon kick-off is as rare as hen's teeth. While supporters, I believe, are happy with the occasional Friday evening fixture, most yearn for Saturday afternoon rugby.

PM club kick-offs, too; YOUR LETTERS TO THE NATIONAL NEWSPAPER OF WALES

She said: "I had to wait for nine years to get mine because they're as rare as hen's teeth. We found that they are generally passed from generation to generation and I'll be doing the same."

Small beach hut (sea view), no toilet, power or running water.. and it's priceless; FLORIST'S JOY AS SHE REALISES DREAM OF OWNING LITTLE HIDEAWAY Quirky seaside sheds are in demand but they can't be sold for profit

UNSUNG Chris Tullin goals are as rare as hen's teeth but it was the former Nuneaton Borough defender who was on target to earn Bedworth United a 1-1 home draw against Burnham at the end of November and a repeat feat in the return at the Gore tomorrow would be most welcome.

Tullin repeat is an outsider

FOR ME, finding an affinity with any current politician is almost as rare as hen's teeth!

Letter: Your Say - An MP with taste!

There are plenty of places in England where NHS dentists are as rare as hen's teeth.

Daily Post comment: Vital and basic right to a dentist

Once as rare as hen's teeth, omega-3 eggs are practically mainstream these days.

Super-omega eggs

Roger Staszewski of Kingswood Estates in West Denton said bungalows were "as rare as hen's teeth" and he wished they had more as there are plenty of buyers waiting for them.

Bungalows still a popular choice of home

As for songs in 6/8 time, they are as rare as hen's teeth. The average drummers would not know how to accompany thelatter, since they do not hold the sticks correctly, and cannot do a roll.

Letter: Contest highlights musical decline

If you haven't seen one of these striking newcomers on the road yet, that is because they are as rare as hen's teeth, which helps to preserve their exclusivity and also their second-hand values.

Motor Max: Best of British

In years gone by they played in various parts of the world but nowadays gigs are rare as hen's teeth.

Folk music

The Diamonds' band of three regulars and as many guests were always fighting an uphill battle on a track where Newcastle wins, even stretching back before the war, are as rare as hen's teeth.

Victory never on cards in Sheffield; SPEEDWAY SHEFFIELD 59 NEWCASTLE 33

词组	rare as hen's teeth
释义	rare as hen's teeth (as) rare as hens' teeth Incredibly scarce or rare; extremely difficult or impossible to find. Support for the president is as rare as hens' teeth in this part of the country. See also: rare, teeth Farlex Dictionary of Idioms. rare as hen's teeth or scarce as hen's teeth OLD-FASHIONED If something is as rare as hen's teeth or as scarce as hen's teeth, it is extremely rare. Record companies are becoming as rare as hen's teeth. Note: Hens do not have teeth. See also: rare, teeth Collins COBUILD Idioms Dictionary, 3rd ed. rare (or scarce) as hen's teeth extremely rare. As hens do not possess teeth, the implication is that something is rare to the point of non-existence. The phrase was originally a US colloquialism, dating from the mid 19th century. See also: rare, teeth Farlex Partner Idioms Dictionary (as) rare/scarce as hen’s ˈteeth (old-fashioned) extremely rare: Critics always complain that good movies that the whole family can see together are as scarce as hen’s teeth. This refers to the fact that hens do not have teeth. See also: rare, scarce, teeth Farlex Partner Idioms Dictionary See also: (as) rare as hens' teeth rare rare/scarce as hen's teeth scarce be as scarce as hen's teeth rarer than hens' teeth scarcer scarcer than hens' teeth scarce as hen's teeth (as) scarce as hens' teeth References in periodicals archive "Primate fossils are as rare as hen's teeth," said first author Richard Kay, a professor of evolutionary anthropology at Duke who has been doing paleontological research in South America for nearly four decades. World's Smallest Fossil Monkey in Amazon So for now, a straight and honest answer from Boris remains as rare as hen's teeth. We have ways of making you squawk, Boris. ASK anyone with a dairy-free diet and they will tell you that Baileys Almande has been as rare as hen's teeth to find over the last few months. Tipples and treats; Get ready to celebrate St Patrick's Day on March 17 with these Celtic buys It's rare as hen's teeth to find something honestly different when it comes to holsters--but this is one. Blackhawk! Omnivore For supporters of our four regional sides, a Saturday afternoon kick-off is as rare as hen's teeth. While supporters, I believe, are happy with the occasional Friday evening fixture, most yearn for Saturday afternoon rugby. PM club kick-offs, too; YOUR LETTERS TO THE NATIONAL NEWSPAPER OF WALES She said: "I had to wait for nine years to get mine because they're as rare as hen's teeth. We found that they are generally passed from generation to generation and I'll be doing the same." Small beach hut (sea view), no toilet, power or running water.. and it's priceless; FLORIST'S JOY AS SHE REALISES DREAM OF OWNING LITTLE HIDEAWAY Quirky seaside sheds are in demand but they can't be sold for profit UNSUNG Chris Tullin goals are as rare as hen's teeth but it was the former Nuneaton Borough defender who was on target to earn Bedworth United a 1-1 home draw against Burnham at the end of November and a repeat feat in the return at the Gore tomorrow would be most welcome. Tullin repeat is an outsider FOR ME, finding an affinity with any current politician is almost as rare as hen's teeth! Letter: Your Say - An MP with taste! There are plenty of places in England where NHS dentists are as rare as hen's teeth. Daily Post comment: Vital and basic right to a dentist Once as rare as hen's teeth, omega-3 eggs are practically mainstream these days. Super-omega eggs Roger Staszewski of Kingswood Estates in West Denton said bungalows were "as rare as hen's teeth" and he wished they had more as there are plenty of buyers waiting for them. Bungalows still a popular choice of home As for songs in 6/8 time, they are as rare as hen's teeth. The average drummers would not know how to accompany thelatter, since they do not hold the sticks correctly, and cannot do a roll. Letter: Contest highlights musical decline If you haven't seen one of these striking newcomers on the road yet, that is because they are as rare as hen's teeth, which helps to preserve their exclusivity and also their second-hand values. Motor Max: Best of British In years gone by they played in various parts of the world but nowadays gigs are rare as hen's teeth. Folk music The Diamonds' band of three regulars and as many guests were always fighting an uphill battle on a track where Newcastle wins, even stretching back before the war, are as rare as hen's teeth. Victory never on cards in Sheffield; SPEEDWAY SHEFFIELD 59 NEWCASTLE 33
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