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doda86
 
Reply Tue 13 Jun, 2006 12:50 am
Dear everyone,
Can you tell me the meaning of "in a fool's paradise"?Thank you!
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Reply Tue 13 Jun, 2006 03:24 am
To be "in a fool's paradise" is to be happy or content because of false hopes that have little chance of being fulfilled. For example, if I quit my job because I sincerely think I will win the lottery next week, I'm living in a fool's paradise.
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