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What does 'Away with the fairies' mean?

To be in a daydream or not fully present; to be lost in one's thoughts, often in a fanciful way.

What is the origion of 'Away with the fairies'?

This phrase originates in Irish folklore, and suggests being so absorbed in one's imagination or thoughts that one is metaphorically in another realm, akin to the enchanting world of fairies.

Emoji meanings

  • 🚶‍♂️ represents 'away'

  • indicating leaving or being distant🧚‍♀️ represents 'fairies'

  • symbolizing a fantastical or imaginary world✨ represents 'magic or whimsy'

  • indicating the enchanting nature of being lost in thought or fantasy

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