the bloom is off the rose

the bloom is off the rose

Something, someone, or some situation is no longer as exciting, novel, or interesting as it first was, likened to a rose that is no longer in its prime and most appealing condition. Everyone had very high hopes for the newly elected senator, but she accomplished little in her first term, and I'm afraid the bloom is off the rose at this point. After four years, it just feels like the bloom is off the rose in this relationship.See also: bloom, off, rose

the bloom is off the rose

something is no longer new, fresh, or exciting.North AmericanSee also: bloom, off, rose