> PARADE

Quick Decode: Celebration; being on show; fun


Popular Expressions: On parade; Rain on someone’s parade


Possible Meanings:

Whenever we want to display who we really are or what we believe in, we put it on parade. Are you showing off in the parade, or are you watching someone else who’s trying to get your attention? It’s important to note what kind of parade it is. Is it a party or celebration, indicating that it’s time to get away from hard work and let your hair down because it’s the festive season? Or is it a military parade, either indicating a show of force and strength, or a show of respect and admiration? Perhaps someone is raining on your parade.