[General] Rain?!

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Rock Girl

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Hey,
If somebody stays in rain, which of following would be the best to describe him or her?

- like a drowned cat
- soak to the skin

Please suggest better options. (if you have one.)

Thanks a lot, ;-)
 

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- like a drowned cat - more informal
- soaked to the skin - less vivid
 

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For me, "like a drowned rat" is more natural and commonly used than "drowned cat".
 

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thanks a lot:-D
 
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