Like a kid with a new toy Meaning in English
expression
Definition
This expression describes someone who is extremely excited and happy about something new, often behaving with enthusiasm and curiosity.
Usage & Nuances
Used informally to emphasize someone's excitement about something new (like a gadget, job, or experience). Often positive, but can imply excessive enthusiasm. Common after 'act' or 'look', e.g., 'She was like a kid with a new toy.' Not literal; don't use for actual children unless comparing adults.
Example Sentences
He was like a kid with a new toy when he got his first smartphone.
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Whenever she gets a new book, she acts like a kid with a new toy.
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Tom looked like a kid with a new toy on his first day at work.
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She just got a new camera and she's like a kid with a new toy, taking pictures of everything.
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After he bought the car, he was like a kid with a new toy, driving everywhere for no reason.
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When Jane discovered the new app, she was like a kid with a new toy—couldn’t stop talking about it.
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