The Village Idiom

as the next girl

The idiom "as the next girl" is used to describe someone who is ordinary or average, particularly in relation to their interests or preferences.

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In a sentence

  • She is as excited about the new movie release as the next girl.
  • He loves shopping just as much as the next girl.
  • I enjoy a good chick flick as much as the next girl.

Where it comes from and how it is used

The phrase "as the next guy" is a related idiom that is often used in the same way as "as the next girl." It is used to emphasize that someone possesses a particular quality or trait to the same degree as anyone else, regardless of gender. For example, if someone says "I love sports as much as the next guy," they are indicating that their passion for sports is just as strong and common as anyone else's. This phrase is commonly used to show solidarity and to assert that one's opinion or preference is shared by many.

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