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Have a whale of a time

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Informal Fun

The phrase is casual and suggests a high degree of enjoyment, suitable for informal settings.

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At the family reunion, we had a whale of a time sharing old stories.
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Positive Emotion

It conveys strong positive feelings; used when an experience is exceptionally pleasing and exciting.

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She had a whale of a time on her birthday; the party was amazing!
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Group Activities

Often used to describe collective fun in social gatherings or group activities.

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We all had a whale of a time at the beach volleyball tournament.
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