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