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be as pleased as Punch

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be as pleased as Punch

  (old-fashioned)

to be very happy about something

Usage notes: Punch is a character in a traditional children's entertainment who is always happy and excited.

'How does Stella feel about becoming a granny?' 'She's as pleased as Punch.'

See also: please, punch