like the cat that got the cream
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
Very satisfied and happy.
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “like the cat that got the cream” mean?
Very satisfied and happy.
Is “like the cat that got the cream” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.