what a time to be alive


what a time to be alive

A phrase used humorously or sarcastically to emphasize that something is or is not (depending on the context) very exciting. The ice cream place is open until 11 now? Oh boy, what a time to be alive! A: 'You can definitely find someone to hook up with online." B: "Gee, what a time to be alive. Is there any other way to meet people these days?"See also: alive, time, what