bed of roses

Meaning: A situation or life that is entirely easy, comfortable, and free from hardship.

Language: English

Literally: (Already vivid in English)

Category: Nature

Origin: The phrase pictures lying in a bed of soft roses—luxurious and painless, in contrast to thorns or other discomforts.

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