slow as molasses in January en · ADJ
Pronunciation
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Etymology
Since molasses is a fluid of high viscosity that might be expected to move particularly slowly in cold weather in January.
Meanings
- (qualifier:simile) Extremely slow.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| like molasses in January | alternative | lexicographic | |
| slower than molasses in January | alternative | lexicographic | |
| slow as molasses | alternative | lexicographic |