rare as a four-leaf clover

In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.

Meaning · English

Exceptionally rare.

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 “rare as a four-leaf clover” mean?

Exceptionally rare.

Is “rare as a four-leaf clover” formal or informal?

No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.