Idiom: "Weasels Are Sick" – Meaning and Origin

"Weasels are sick" is an idiom meaning "something is wrong" or a situation feels off. It expresses unease, suspicion, or a sense that events are going awry.

Origin

Early 1900s; likely from the notion that weasels are cunning, and when ill, become even more unpredictable.

Usage Examples

• "The meeting went sideways—weasels are sick."
• "Got a flat tire on the way to the interview. Weasels are sick."

Versatile phrase for vague foreboding or frustration.