over the moon

Example Sentences

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“They are over the moon, and from what I hear, so in love!”

From Los Angeles Times • May 6, 2026

The treaty allows all nations to explore and use the moon “exclusively for peaceful purposes,” and bans any claims of sovereignty over the moon.

From Salon • Apr. 9, 2026

Former astronaut Tim Peake left scouts over the moon when he touched down at their new scout hut.

From BBC • Mar. 7, 2026

"I'm over the moon, I'm pleased with that. He threw everything at me at the end there," Hawkins told BBC Sport.

From BBC • Feb. 28, 2026

The sound was comforting and reminded me of the cow jumping over the moon.

From "The Joy Luck Club" by Amy Tan