Like a dog with two tails

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Meaning

Over-the-top happy or thrilled, all wag.

Origin

From 19th-century Britain, tied to dogs; two tails for extra, slang by 1850s in a tale for glee. A 1860s 'Punch' uses it for a thrill.

Variants

  • Two tails

Usage Examples

  • He's like a dog with two tails; won big!
  • Like a dog with two tails; pure joy.
  • Two tails; happy as can be.

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