Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
in-your-dreams
idiom
/ɪn jʊər drimz/
Definition
A phrase used to express disbelief or skepticism about someone’s unrealistic hopes or aspirations.
Examples
- “You think you’re going to win the lottery? In your dreams!”
- “She believes she’ll be the next superstar, but that’s just in-your-dreams talk.”
- “He thinks he can convince her to go out with him; that’s in-your-dreams territory!”
Meaning
Typically implies that what someone wishes for is highly unlikely to happen, often with a sarcastic or humorous tone.
Synonyms
- as if!
- not a chance!
- fat chance!
- you must be kidding!
- keep dreaming!
