What does joined at the hip mean?
Idiom Meaning:
very close (with a partner or friend)
Examples of this Idiom in Movies & TV Shows:
Bridesmaids (2011)
Time of Scene:
Helen: Maid of honor! There she is! It’s so lovely to meet Lillian’s childhood friend!
Annie: You’re so pretty.
Helen: You’re so cute! Oh you’re so sweet.
Lillian: Helen is married to Dougie’s boss. Mr. Harris. Perry.
Helen: And they’re so close now they’re literally joined at the hip. Which is good because so are we.
Flashback (1990)
Time of Scene:
John Buckner: You want to know why, Mr. Walker? Because from here to Spokane, you and I are joined at the hip. You do what I say when I say it. You don’t even take a piss without me watching. If you try to escape, I’m authorized to stop you any way I see fit. Do I make myself clear?
Huey Walker: Don’t worry, kid. I won’t give you no exuse to blow me away.
John Buckner: That’s good.
Huey Walker: Hey, do you want to watch me piss now?
Star Trek: Voyager “Timeless” (1998)
Time of Scene:
The Doctor: And how did you get involved with Bonnie and Clyde here?
Tessa Omond: Oh, I’ve had an interest in Voyager for a long time.
Harry Kim: They’re having sex.
The Doctor: Pardon?
Harry Kim: Chakotay and Tess. They’re a couple joined at the hip.
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