ray

catch some rays and bag some rays

Fig. to get some sunshine; to tan in the sun. We wanted to catch some rays, but the sun never came out the whole time we were there. I went to Hawaii to bag some rays.

See also: catch, some

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a ray of sunshine

someone or something that makes you feel happy, especially in a difficult situation Amid all the gloom, their grandchild has been a real ray of sunshine.

catch some rays  (informal) also catch a few rays (informal)

to lie or sit outside in the sun I thought I'd take my lunch outside and catch a few rays.

See also: catch, some

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a ray of sunshine

someone or something that makes you feel hopeful The company's earnings provided a ray of sunshine for investors on Friday. Sara's visit was a ray of sunshine in her grandmother's day.

catch some rays (slang) also catch a few rays

to lie or sit outside in the sun This summer, there are plenty of festivals and outdoor concerts where you can catch some rays while enjoying the music.

See also: catch, some