“Chase rainbows”

Definition

To try to achieve something unrealistic.

Examples

Examples

“He keeps chasing rainbows instead of building a real plan.”

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Frequently asked questions

What does "Chase rainbows" mean?
"Chase rainbows" means to try to achieve something unrealistic..
How do you use "Chase rainbows" in a sentence?
Example: "He keeps chasing rainbows instead of building a real plan."
What is the Russian or Armenian translation of "Chase rainbows"?
Гнаться за несбыточной мечтой. / Փորձել հասնել անիրատեսական նպատակի։
Is this idiom formal or informal?
This idiom is neutral and can be used in most contexts.

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