sprout wings

To begin suddenly behaving in an obedient, respectful, congenial manner—i.e., like an angel. Usually used sarcastically or facetiously. If you honestly believe they're going to sprout wings and start making decisions that put consumers before profits, then you're more naïve than I thought.

sprout wings

Fig. to behave so well as to resemble an angel. The kid is not about to sprout wings, but he probably won't get into jail again. He was so good and helpful, I thought he would sprout wings.

sprout wings

1. tv. to die and become an angel. I’m not ready to sprout wings yet. I’ve got a few more years.

2. tv. to be so good as to become an angel. The kid is not about to sprout wings, but he probably won’t get into jail again.

See also: sprout, wing

McGraw-Hill's Dictionary of American Slang and Colloquial Expressions

See also:

the best thing since sliced pan
slum it
(Is) that everything?
slip a cog
this just in
(one) will be lucky
(one) would be lucky
(I) would if I could
Who would have thought it?
(one) should be so lucky

References in periodicals archive

In late July/August afternoons when little stirs, millions of ants sprout wings and take to the air in a bid to colonise new areas.

Water of life

Jefferson Davis seemed to sprout wings close home, eventually winning by five lengths.

ONEOFTHESENIGHTS HAS A DAY TO REMEMBER AT LUDLOW

that shoulder blades could sprout wings, that finger tips

Backtracking

Hopefully Rock On Baileys can sprout wings in the Listed 3.35 for trainer Chris Dwyer.

WE ANSWER FOUR KEY Qs

The flying ant "season" usually happens in July when ants sprout wings and head off to look for a mate before landing to start a new colony.

Flying ant invasion in man's flat; COUNCIL TENANT HAD TO THROW PS60-WORTH OF FOOD AWAY AFTER SWARM GOT INTO HIS CUPBOARDS

According to seagull expert Peter Rock, the gulls were probably out in full force and behaving badly because of "flying ant day" - the time of year when ants sprout wings and venture out of their nests to mate.

Seagulls go wild for flying ants

Because of the huge surge in the number of ants, the number of flying ants - when ants sprout wings and go on 'nuptial flights' in search of a mate - this year is expected to take place earlier than normal.

Flying Ant Day predicted earlier this year 'with extra 50 BILLION pests expected to take to UK skies'; Bug experts say the unseasonably warm British spring - with April 19 having been he hottest April day since 1949 - has led to a surge in the number of ants around the country

Rentokil's David Cross said: "We also expect this to be a bumper year for flying ants, which could manifest itself in 'Flying Ant Day'." The phenomenon, when the pests sprout wings to seek mates, is expected in June.

200 billion ants lead pest attack

They start off as wingless creatures, some then sprout wings when a food source is overcrowded.

Expert tips on how to get rid of the annoying greenflies which are taking over the North East; There are ways to try and keep aphids away from your plants, including pesticides and encouraging ladybirds

What if we could sprout wings? Before June 23 this year, the idea of being better off outside of the EU was in the realm of thought experiment and intellectual curiosity.

Onus is on Leavers to make Brexit work; LETTERS Get in touch - tell us what you think Email: letters@coventrytelegraph.net Twitter: @coventrytelegraph Facebook: facebook.com/coventrytelegraph Post: Coventry Telegraph, Leicester Row, Canal Basin, Coventry, CV1 4LY

With just five matches remaining Leipzig need to sprout wings if they are to bridge the six-point gap to tonight's visitors Darmstadt who occupy the league's promotion-playoff place.

Defences may be on top as promotion race intensifies

e top three is completed by the surreal snub from Terry Pratchett's Small Gods where one of his characters, a tortoise called Om, tells another character: "May your genitals sprout wings and Y=y away." e poll, which surveyed 2,000 adults, was commissioned by UKTV channel Drama and also featured lines from Agatha Christie and Ernest Hemingway.

Damn fine put-downs from Rhett to Darcy!

Anyone who has ever driven through Abu Dhabi at rush hour has wished that, like Batman, his car could sprout wings and fly over the traffic jam.

Abu Dhabi develops tunnel vision

A classic joke among Pinoys seems to sprout wings in the Bay Area-the heart of Giants country-at this time of the year-especially with the Fall Classic close to home.

Bay Area's 'Digiayants' in the thick of the World Series

OK, the teachers at Fly-by-Night Dance Theater can't promise that you'll sprout wings by the end of their Aerial Dance Bootcamp.

Branching out

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释义	sprout wings sprout wings To begin suddenly behaving in an obedient, respectful, congenial manner—i.e., like an angel. Usually used sarcastically or facetiously. If you honestly believe they're going to sprout wings and start making decisions that put consumers before profits, then you're more naïve than I thought. See also: sprout, wing Farlex Dictionary of Idioms. sprout wings Fig. to behave so well as to resemble an angel. The kid is not about to sprout wings, but he probably won't get into jail again. He was so good and helpful, I thought he would sprout wings. See also: sprout, wing McGraw-Hill Dictionary of American Idioms and Phrasal Verbs. sprout wings 1. tv. to die and become an angel. I’m not ready to sprout wings yet. I’ve got a few more years. 2. tv. to be so good as to become an angel. The kid is not about to sprout wings, but he probably won’t get into jail again. See also: sprout, wing McGraw-Hill's Dictionary of American Slang and Colloquial Expressions See also: the best thing since sliced pan slum it (Is) that everything? slip a cog this just in (one) will be lucky (one) would be lucky (I) would if I could Who would have thought it? (one) should be so lucky References in periodicals archive In late July/August afternoons when little stirs, millions of ants sprout wings and take to the air in a bid to colonise new areas. Water of life Jefferson Davis seemed to sprout wings close home, eventually winning by five lengths. ONEOFTHESENIGHTS HAS A DAY TO REMEMBER AT LUDLOW that shoulder blades could sprout wings, that finger tips Backtracking Hopefully Rock On Baileys can sprout wings in the Listed 3.35 for trainer Chris Dwyer. WE ANSWER FOUR KEY Qs The flying ant "season" usually happens in July when ants sprout wings and head off to look for a mate before landing to start a new colony. Flying ant invasion in man's flat; COUNCIL TENANT HAD TO THROW PS60-WORTH OF FOOD AWAY AFTER SWARM GOT INTO HIS CUPBOARDS According to seagull expert Peter Rock, the gulls were probably out in full force and behaving badly because of "flying ant day" - the time of year when ants sprout wings and venture out of their nests to mate. Seagulls go wild for flying ants Because of the huge surge in the number of ants, the number of flying ants - when ants sprout wings and go on 'nuptial flights' in search of a mate - this year is expected to take place earlier than normal. Flying Ant Day predicted earlier this year 'with extra 50 BILLION pests expected to take to UK skies'; Bug experts say the unseasonably warm British spring - with April 19 having been he hottest April day since 1949 - has led to a surge in the number of ants around the country Rentokil's David Cross said: "We also expect this to be a bumper year for flying ants, which could manifest itself in 'Flying Ant Day'." The phenomenon, when the pests sprout wings to seek mates, is expected in June. 200 billion ants lead pest attack They start off as wingless creatures, some then sprout wings when a food source is overcrowded. Expert tips on how to get rid of the annoying greenflies which are taking over the North East; There are ways to try and keep aphids away from your plants, including pesticides and encouraging ladybirds What if we could sprout wings? Before June 23 this year, the idea of being better off outside of the EU was in the realm of thought experiment and intellectual curiosity. Onus is on Leavers to make Brexit work; LETTERS Get in touch - tell us what you think Email: letters@coventrytelegraph.net Twitter: @coventrytelegraph Facebook: facebook.com/coventrytelegraph Post: Coventry Telegraph, Leicester Row, Canal Basin, Coventry, CV1 4LY With just five matches remaining Leipzig need to sprout wings if they are to bridge the six-point gap to tonight's visitors Darmstadt who occupy the league's promotion-playoff place. Defences may be on top as promotion race intensifies e top three is completed by the surreal snub from Terry Pratchett's Small Gods where one of his characters, a tortoise called Om, tells another character: "May your genitals sprout wings and Y=y away." e poll, which surveyed 2,000 adults, was commissioned by UKTV channel Drama and also featured lines from Agatha Christie and Ernest Hemingway. Damn fine put-downs from Rhett to Darcy! Anyone who has ever driven through Abu Dhabi at rush hour has wished that, like Batman, his car could sprout wings and fly over the traffic jam. Abu Dhabi develops tunnel vision A classic joke among Pinoys seems to sprout wings in the Bay Area-the heart of Giants country-at this time of the year-especially with the Fall Classic close to home. Bay Area's 'Digiayants' in the thick of the World Series OK, the teachers at Fly-by-Night Dance Theater can't promise that you'll sprout wings by the end of their Aerial Dance Bootcamp. Branching out
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