The idiom "look what the cat dragged in" is used to express surprise or disapproval when someone unexpected or unpleasant arrives. It is often used humorously to greet someone who has just arrived, especially if they look disheveled or unkempt.
The origin of this idiom is not clear, but it is believed to have come from the practice of cats bringing back dead animals to their owners as a gift. The phrase implies that the person who has arrived is as unwelcome as the dead animal that the cat has brought in.
For example, if someone you don't like shows up unexpectedly at your party, you might say, "Well, look what the cat dragged in!" to express your surprise and disapproval.
It is important to note that this idiom is considered informal and should be used in casual situations with friends or family. It is not appropriate to use in formal or professional settings.
• Look what the cat dragged in! I can't believe you brought that dirty old toy to show and tell.
• Oh my, look what the cat dragged in. You look like you've been up all night.
• Look what the cat dragged in - the CEO herself! I'm honored to meet you.
• Look what the cat dragged in. You always know how to make an entrance.
• Look what the cat dragged in! I wasn't expecting to see you at this party.
• Well, well, look what the cat dragged in. I haven't seen you in years.
• My boss walked into the office with a new client and said, "Look what the cat dragged in, everyone. This is Mr. Johnson, our newest customer."
• My sister showed up to the family gathering with her new boyfriend and my grandma exclaimed, "Well, look what the cat dragged in!"
• As the politician walked into the press conference, one of the journalists whispered to their colleague, "Look what the cat dragged in. I wonder what scandal he's trying to cover up now."
• I haven't seen you in a while, look what the cat dragged in!
• Look what the cat dragged in! There's a spider on the wall.
• After a long night out, I stumbled into my apartment and my roommate said, "look what the cat dragged in".