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Slower than molasses
Describing something or someone moving very slowly
Literal Meaning
Moving at a low speed; not fast" - "In comparison with" - "A thick, dark syrup produced during the sugar-making process
Actual Meaning
Very slow - molasses flows slowly especially when cold
Examples in Context

'That line was slower than molasses in January.'

Helpful Tips
  • 1About extreme slowness
  • 2Molasses flows slowly
  • 3Colorful comparison
Phrase Thesaurus
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