[Idiom] HAVE A WHALE OF A TIME. - Expressions Describing Exceptional Enjoyment

Have a great time.

To 'have a whale of a time' means to experience a great deal of fun or enjoyment, equivalent to having as much excitement as one might imagine encountering a giant whale. It's an expression used to describe thoroughly enjoyable moments that are big in emotion and satisfaction, much like the vastness of a whale.

Example Sentences

1. We had a whale of a time at the amusement park yesterday.

   We had a fantastic time at the amusement park yesterday.

2. The kids had a whale of a time at the zoo, seeing all the animals.

   The kids greatly enjoyed themselves at the zoo, seeing all the animals.

3. During the family reunion, everyone had a whale of a time reminiscing old stories.

   During the family reunion, everyone had a wonderful time reminiscing old stories.