Dream on

phrase

To hope for something that is unlikely to happen.

You think you will beat me in the race? Dream on!

Often appears as...

dream on
kid!

Usage tips

Informal, Disapproving

Colloquial

phrase

To continue dreaming.

The dawn is breaking, but you can dream on for a bit more.

Often appears as...

let's dream on
just dream on

phrase

To hope for something that is unlikely to happen.

You think you will beat me in the race? Dream on!

Often appears as...

dream on
kid!

Usage tips

Informal, Disapproving

Colloquial

phrase

To continue dreaming.

The dawn is breaking, but you can dream on for a bit more.

Often appears as...

let's dream on
just dream on

Definition 1 of 2

Pro Tip 1/3

Sarcasm Indicator

Often used sarcastically to indicate doubt or disbelief in someone's plan or goal.

You think you're going to win the lottery? Dream on, pal.

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Informal Tone

Mainly used in casual conversations, not in formal settings.

Become a movie star overnight? Dream on, dude.

Pro Tip 3/3

Mild Taunt

Can be a friendly taunt among friends or competitors.

You think you'll beat me at chess? Dream on!

Pro Tip 1/3

Sarcasm Indicator

Often used sarcastically to indicate doubt or disbelief in someone's plan or goal.

You think you're going to win the lottery? Dream on, pal.

Pro Tip 2/3

Informal Tone

Mainly used in casual conversations, not in formal settings.

Become a movie star overnight? Dream on, dude.

Pro Tip 3/3

Mild Taunt

Can be a friendly taunt among friends or competitors.

You think you'll beat me at chess? Dream on!

Pro Tip 1/3

Sarcasm Indicator

Often used sarcastically to indicate doubt or disbelief in someone's plan or goal.

You think you're going to win the lottery? Dream on, pal.

Pro Tip 2/3

Informal Tone

Mainly used in casual conversations, not in formal settings.

Become a movie star overnight? Dream on, dude.

Pro Tip 3/3

Mild Taunt

Can be a friendly taunt among friends or competitors.

You think you'll beat me at chess? Dream on!

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