every cloud has a silver lining
every cloud has a silver lining
Meaning | Synonyms
- there is something good in everything that's bad
- every negative occurrence has a positive aspect to it
- every difficult or unpleasant situation has some advantage
- some benefit can always be derived from a bad thing that happens
Example Sentences
- Reena was depressed to be confined to bed after her surgery, but over time, when she could spend a lot of time with her family and catch up with old friends, who came to visit her, she realized that every cloud has a silver lining.
- Even though your relationship is going through a difficult phase, don't despair, maybe this will strengthen your bond. Every cloud has a silver lining.
- Even though he had lost the match, he had gained in experience and was now more confident. Every cloud has a silver lining.
- Though he had failed his exam, he realized that every cloud has a silver lining, as now he could focus his attention on things he loved doing.
- I know that you job is not going well and you are stressed out, but don't worry, things will be better soon. Every cloud has a silver lining.
Origin
It appears that the origin of this phrase is in 1634 from John Milton's poem "Comus." It reads
"Was I deceived? or did a sable cloud/Turn forth her silver lining on the night?"
The phrase has been in use in its exact form since the mid-1800s.
See also: silver lining.
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14 Thoughts
Yes! Truly Every cloud has a silver lining. There is always a positive thing in a bad situation So we must never lose hope.
- Priya February 26, 2020
It helped in my studies while my annual exams. Thank you 😊😇❤️💕
- Aarya Kushwah March 20, 2019
It helps me very much in my studies.
- Keth December 19, 2018
Thanks for a good explain, we had proverb like this “The last sun is sharper”.
- Nel November 11, 2018
Very helpful, it helps me with my school work when I’m confused a lot thanks a lot!😇😇😇
- Chicken Nuggets September 5, 2018
Example helps me a lot in understanding the meaning.
- Prateek August 30, 2018
Thank you, it really helped me – realize the meaning of the proverb
- Anonymous June 19, 2018
The meanings which were given by easy to understand.
- Vrushti June 16, 2018
Thank you so much your examples are awesome! I have learnt a lot now I can write my composition 🙂 😛
- Lydia May 15, 2018
Thanks for the sentences
- Kashu March 13, 2018
Hey! It really helped me a lot in thinking a story based on this proverb. Your some suitable examples are really well. Thanks a lot. 😊😊
- Krystal Priyadarshini December 29, 2017
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- Bhakti December 26, 2017
Yes it is true that every time we will not happy or sad so thank u for help me.
- Juhi December 11, 2017
I have butterflies in my tummy
Means: I am nervous.
- Abby April 28, 2017