Get on like a house on fire

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To quickly become good friends and enjoy another’s company.

Ever since they first met at the park, the two boys have gotten on like a house on fire.
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Often appears as...

  • meet and get on like a house on fire
  • get on like a house on fire with someone

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Idiomatic

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Speed of Friendship

This phrase implies a very quick and strong development of friendship, similar to how fire spreads fast.

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They met during orientation and now they get on like a house on fire.
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Positive Energy

The phrase carries a very positive connotation, highlighting enthusiastic and harmonious relationship.

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Laura and Sarah get on like a house on fire, always laughing and sharing stories.
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Casual Use

Commonly used in informal conversations, not in formal or business contexts.

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At the family BBQ, the cousins got on like a house on fire.
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