To die for

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Something very desirable or extremely good.

The chocolate cake at that store is to die for!
Visual representation of "to die for" - Something very desirable or extremely good

Often appears as...

  • a dress to die for
  • a meal to die for

Usage tips

Informal

Idiomatic

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Visual representation of "to die for"
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Informal Usage

Used in casual conversations to express high praise or keen interest in something.

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These homemade cookies are to die for!
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Figurative Expression

Not meant literally but to show that something is highly enjoyable or desirable.

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The sunset view from the mountain cabin was to die for.
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Emotional Connotation

Carries an emotional tone suggesting that the speaker is very impressed.

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This designer handbag is to die for, I absolutely love it!
Visual representation of the word "To die for"

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