in\ a\ world\ by\ oneself

in\ a\ world\ by\ oneself
• in a world of one's own
• in a world by oneself
1. In the place where you belong; in your own personal surroundings; apart from other people.

They are in a little world of their own in their house on the mountain.

2a. In deep thought or concentration.

Mary is in a world of her own when she is playing the piano.

Compare: lose oneself
2b. slang
Not caring about or connected with other people in thoughts or actions. - Usually used sarcastically.

That boy is in a world all by himself. He never knows what is happening around him.


Словарь американских идиом. — СПб., Изд-во "Лань". . 1997.

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