on cloud nine

Idioms

Blissfully happy, as in Ever since he proposed to her, her parents have been on cloud nine. The exact allusion of nine in this term is unclear, and different figures, especially seven (perhaps alluding to seventh heaven), are sometimes substituted. [Colloquial; mid-1900s]

Example Sentences

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Alice, who is known for her distinctive retro-pop sound, said she was on "cloud nine" and it was a "fabulous honour" to scoop the award.

From BBC • Mar. 25, 2026

Jesus was on cloud nine after two close-range finishes in the first half to help guarantee the Gunners a top eight finish.

From Barron's • Jan. 20, 2026

With a newly infused burst of energy and optimism, the band is on cloud nine now that guitarist Betty Cisneros is officially in remission from cancer, which was diagnosed over two years ago.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 1, 2025

“Man, I’m on cloud nine, baby,” said Rey Pascua, past president of the Filipino-American Community of the Yakima Valley.

From Seattle Times • Jan. 11, 2024

Oh my gosh, I am on cloud nine.

From Salon • Jan. 10, 2024

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