Etymology Journal · S
Sweet as pie
Meaning
- Very similar to sweet as a peach, this refers to someone who is exceptionally kind or a situation that is very pleasant. It implies an uncomplicated and delightful nature.
Warm, wholesome
Used in a sentence
- The hotel manager was sweet as pie about our late check-in.
- She acts tough, but deep down she is sweet as pie.
- That little toddler was sweet as pie during the whole church service.
The backstory
Likely stems from the cultural association of baked goods with love and comfort. It has been a staple of American English since the 19th century.
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