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