Describing someone who is constantly active or productive
As busy as a sheep
As busy as a bee
As busy as a buffalo
As busy as a cow
Referring to a person who appears harmless but is actually deceptive or dangerous
A snake in sheep's clothing
A wolf in sheep's clothing
A fox in sheep's clothing
A mouse in sheep's clothing
Describing someone who displays great courage and fearlessness
Brave as a lion
Brave as a tiger
Brave as an elephant
Brave as a bear
Referring to someone who is cunning, clever, and resourceful
Sly as a snake
Sly as a hamster
Sly as a fox
Sly as a cat
Describing a person who is enthusiastic and hardworking
Eager beaver
Eager bear
Eager bee
Eager bunny
Referring to someone who is extremely resistant to change or persuasion
Stubborn as an ox
Stubborn as a cow
Stubborn as a dog
Stubborn as a mule
Describing someone who is very quiet or shy
Quiet as a monkey
Quiet as a mouse
Quiet as a cat
Quiet as a snake
Referring to a person who feels liberated or unrestricted
Free as a bird
Free as a camel
Free as a monkey
Free as a parrot
Describing someone who possesses great physical strength
Strong as an ox
Strong as a tiger
Strong as a dinosaur
Strong as an elephant
Referring to someone who is agile and quick in their movements
Nimble as a cat
Nimble as a falcon
Nimble as a monkey
Nimble as a leopard
Something that you buy or accept without first seeing it or finding out if it is good
A mule in a poke
An elephant in a poke
A pig in a poke
A bee in a poke
The act of imitation, usually with limited knowledge and/or concern for the consequences
Monkey see, monkey do
Cat see, cat do
Dog see, dog do
Mice see, mice do
