off like a bride's nightie
off like a bride's nightie
humorous Very quick or sudden, as of a departure. Likened crassly to the stereotypical quickness or eagerness with which newlyweds have sex after their wedding. Primarily heard in Australia. I'll have just one more drink, but I've got to be off like a bride's nightie after that. Jared was off like a bride's nightie once his ex-girlfriend showed up to the party.
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