The heavens opened

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phrase

It started to rain heavily.

We were having a picnic when suddenly the heavens opened.
Visual representation of "the heavens opened" - It started to rain heavily.

Often appears as...

  • suddenly the heavens opened
  • the heavens opened up

Usage tips

Idiomatic

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Visual representation of "the heavens opened"
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Figurative Speech

This phrase is a metaphor where 'heavens' refers to the sky and does not imply a religious meaning.

Illustration for Figurative Speech
At the festival, the heavens opened up, but the band played on.
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Sudden Change

The phrase often conveys a sudden or unexpected start to heavy rain.

Illustration for Sudden Change
During the match, the heavens opened, stopping the game.
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Dramatic Effect

It's used for dramatic emphasis to describe a particularly heavy downpour.

Illustration for Dramatic Effect
I forgot my umbrella, and then the heavens opened on my way home.
Visual representation of the word "The heavens opened"

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