Phrase guide

honeymoon period

noun · 4 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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noun

Meaning 1

A relatively brief period when a new leader is given greater leeway with respect to changes they wish to make.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Examples

  • U.S. Presidents usually get a lot done at the very beginning of their terms, when they have a honeymoon period with Congress.

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Meaning 2

A relatively brief period when a new loan has a low introductory interest rate that features prominently in advertising.

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Topics: business, finance

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Meaning 3

The length of time at the start of something new, particularly a new job, in which mistakes may be overlooked.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Examples

  • He said that, had it not still been my honeymoon period, I would have been fired.

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noun

Meaning 4

The early part of an intimate relationship, during which the couple are infatuated with each other.

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