finer than a frog('s) hair (split three/four ways)
colloquial Primarily heard in US.
1. Supremely excellent in character, quality, or ability. I tell you what, this wedding is finer than a frog's hair split three ways, don't you think? Mabel, you've outdone yourself. This dish is truly finer than a frog's hair split four ways. Wow, that dress is as finer than a frog's hair—you look gorgeous!
2. Exceptionally well. A: "How are you, Sandy?" B: "Finer than a frog's hair, thanks for asking!" I wish I could say I'm finer than a frog hair, but I've actually been feeling pretty down lately. It always made me smile when Grandpa would say he's "finer than a frog's hair split four ways."
3. Completely satisfactory or agreeable. A: "I'm telling you, the color you picked is fine." B: "Are you sure?" B: "Finer than a frog hair split four ways." This set-up is finer than a frog hair split three ways. Having two monitors will be a big help. Thanks for the jacket. It's not that cold out, so this should be finer than a frog's hair.
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