watch paint dry

Definition

To watch something that has virtually no movement, hence, something very boring.

Example Sentences

• "I expected his new play to be as good as the last, but it was like watching paint dry."
• "I click on it. And wait. And wait. And wait. Why does it take so long? It's so slow. This is worse than watching paint dry. Not that I've actually ever watched paint dry. Or even painted."
• "“I am starving, that is true. But I'd never get bored. I could watch paint dry with you and I wouldn't get bored.” “You could watch paint dry with me? That sounds delightful,” I say."