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AEE 2235: This Episode is the Best Thing Since Sliced Bread
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Cheesy old fashion idom "best thing since bread".This is a fun way to put it into words instead of saying this is awesome!
In 1917, ... invented a machine to slice bread.
This thing is just amazing, it is sensational. It's wonderful. could be about an invention. It could be other things as well. It doesn't have to be about food. Things mak our life better.
Ex:
1. I know everyone thinks that new iPhone is the greatest thing since sliced bread, but actually I like my Android better.
2. I am telling u this toy is the greatest thing since sliced bread, my kids love it.
3. For me, the greatest thing since sliced bread now is probably my air fryer.
More updated, more nutral way of saying:
I love my air fryer, and I could leave without it. It has changed my life.
In 1917, ... invented a machine to slice bread.
This thing is just amazing, it is sensational. It's wonderful. could be about an invention. It could be other things as well. It doesn't have to be about food. Things mak our life better.
Ex:
1. I know everyone thinks that new iPhone is the greatest thing since sliced bread, but actually I like my Android better.
2. I am telling u this toy is the greatest thing since sliced bread, my kids love it.
3. For me, the greatest thing since sliced bread now is probably my air fryer.
More updated, more nutral way of saying:
I love my air fryer, and I could leave without it. It has changed my life.
Here are some alternative phrases that convey a similar sentiment of enthusiasm and praise for something that is considered exceptionally good or innovative:
1. "The next big thing."
2. "A game-changer."
3. "A real life-saver."
4. "A total game-changer."
5. "The bee's knees."
6. "The cat's pajamas."
7. "A marvel of modern technology."
8. "A revolutionary innovation."
9. "A breakthrough product."
10. "A modern-day wonder."
11. "A godsend."
12. "A revelation."
13. "The cream of the crop."
14. "The pinnacle of its kind."
15. "The crème de la crème."
16. "A cut above the rest."
17. "The Rolls-Royce of [product category]."
18. "A trailblazer."
19. "A trendsetter."
20. "The gold standard."
These phrases can be used in various contexts to express that something is highly valued or has made a significant positive impact.
1. "The next big thing."
2. "A game-changer."
3. "A real life-saver."
4. "A total game-changer."
5. "The bee's knees."
6. "The cat's pajamas."
7. "A marvel of modern technology."
8. "A revolutionary innovation."
9. "A breakthrough product."
10. "A modern-day wonder."
11. "A godsend."
12. "A revelation."
13. "The cream of the crop."
14. "The pinnacle of its kind."
15. "The crème de la crème."
16. "A cut above the rest."
17. "The Rolls-Royce of [product category]."
18. "A trailblazer."
19. "A trendsetter."
20. "The gold standard."
These phrases can be used in various contexts to express that something is highly valued or has made a significant positive impact.
the best thing since sliced bread
有史以来最棒的东西
this thing is just amazing, wonderful , the best thing , something is extremely good .
My mother thinks that her new dishwasher is the best thing since sliced bread.
我母亲以为她新买的洗碟机是最好的东西。
another expression : i couldn't live without it .
i love my air fryer, i couldn't live without it .