as calm as a toad in the sun

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as calm as a toad in the sun

Meaning

  • To be very calm in a situation that can be unnerving.
  • To be content with what one has and not be leaping for more.

Example Sentences

  1. No matter what the situation is, you are always as calm as a toad in the sun. What is your secret in maintaining so much composure?
  2. Even though the wedding preparations are in full swing she is as calm as a toad in the sun. Being a bride that much require some amazing self-control.
  3. He is as calm as a toad in the sun about his business. I have never before seen anyone as content with what he has.
  4. I cannot understand how she is as calm as a toad in the sun when it comes to her daughter’s education. She never pushes her and wants her to do things at her own pace.
  5. The contest was very competitive but my son was as calm as toad in the sun when participating in it. He won the first prize!
  6. She isn’t a sour loser in fact she is as calm as toad in the sun when it comes to accepting outcomes of what she gives in.

Origin
The origin of this phrase is not available.

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