success
Idioms (67)
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gold standard
CEFR B2the best or most reliable example of its kind
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the high point
CEFR B1the best or most enjoyable part of an event or period
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on the right track
CEFR B1thinking or acting in a way that is likely to lead to success
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fall into place
CEFR B2to become clear or to work out well after a period of confusion
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so far so good
CEFR A2used to say that things have gone well up to now
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win win
CEFR B2a situation that is good or advantageous for everyone involved
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deliver the goods
CEFR B2to do what is expected or promised; to produce good results
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a piece of cake
CEFR A2Something that is very easy to do.
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hit the nail on the head
CEFR B1To describe or identify something exactly right.
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the cream of the crop
CEFR B2The very best people or things in a group.
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the icing on the cake
CEFR B1An extra good thing that makes a good situation even better.
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smooth sailing
CEFR B1easy, uninterrupted progress without problems
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feather in your cap
CEFR B2an achievement to be proud of
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from rags to riches
CEFR B2from extreme poverty to great wealth
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half the battle
CEFR B2the most important part of achieving something
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on a roll
CEFR B2experiencing a series of successes
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win hands down
CEFR B2to win easily, without effort
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bear fruit
CEFR B2to produce a successful or useful result
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do the trick
CEFR B1to achieve the desired result or solve a problem
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catch fire
CEFR B2to begin burning
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get off the ground
CEFR B2to begin operating successfully after the planning stage
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make the grade
CEFR B2to reach the standard required for success or acceptance
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rise to the occasion
CEFR B2to respond successfully when a difficult situation demands unusual effort or skill
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save the day
CEFR B2to prevent failure or disaster through a timely action
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with a vengeance
CEFR B2with unexpectedly great force, energy, or intensity
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up to scratch
CEFR B2good enough to satisfy the expected level of quality
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go from strength to strength
CEFR B2to keep improving and becoming more successful over time
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follow in someone's footsteps
CEFR B2to copy another person's actions or pursue a similar path, especially in work or achievement
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seal of approval
CEFR B2a recognized sign that an authority accepts, supports, or endorses something
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stand the test of time
CEFR B2to remain effective, admired, or valuable over a long period
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claim to fame
CEFR B2the main achievement or feature for which a person, place, or thing is known
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steal the show
CEFR B2to receive the most attention and praise at an event by outshining everyone else
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weather the storm
CEFR B2survive a difficult period without suffering lasting damage
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see the light of day
CEFR B2be created, published, or finally made available for people to see
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plain sailing
CEFR B2an activity or process that continues easily and without difficulties
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work wonders
CEFR B2have an unusually strong and beneficial effect
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home and dry
CEFR C1successfully completed or achieved, with the main risks safely past
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make a go of
CEFR B2to turn an undertaking into a lasting success
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moment of truth
CEFR B2the decisive point when reality or the final outcome becomes clear
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make a killing
CEFR B2to earn a very large amount of money quickly
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make a splash
CEFR B2to attract considerable public attention by doing something impressive or notable
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on top of the world
CEFR B1Feeling exceptionally happy and satisfied, especially after a success.
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sweep the board
CEFR B2To win every available prize or category in a competition.
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hit the jackpot
CEFR B1To gain a remarkably favorable result, usually unexpectedly or through luck.
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have the last laugh
CEFR B2To succeed in the end after others have mocked, doubted, or opposed you.
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blaze a trail
CEFR B2to pioneer an approach that opens the way for later people
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sing the praises of
CEFR B2to praise a person or thing enthusiastically when speaking to others
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streets ahead
CEFR C1much further advanced or clearly superior to the competition
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get the nod
CEFR B2to receive a favorable selection or approval decision
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ahead of the game
CEFR B2to stay better prepared than others by anticipating future needs
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make short work of
CEFR B2to finish a task or overcome an opponent with surprising speed and ease
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take a leaf out of someone's book
CEFR B2to follow someone's good example by copying what they do
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pass muster
CEFR C1to be judged good enough after an examination or review
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alive and kicking
CEFR B1still healthy, active, or functioning despite age or difficulty
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hit the mark
CEFR B1to produce exactly the intended effect or be correct
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jockey for position
CEFR C1to maneuver competitively in order to gain the most advantageous position
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move heaven and earth
CEFR B2to spare no effort, even extraordinary effort, in pursuing a goal
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break the back of
CEFR B2to get past the main obstacle so that the remaining work becomes easier
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laugh all the way to the bank
CEFR B2to enjoy a large, easy profit, especially from something others consider unfair or undeserving
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cut a dash
CEFR C1to attract admiring attention with a stylish appearance or confident manner
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go for broke
CEFR B2to stake everything on one final effort to win or succeed
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Bob's your uncle
CEFR C1used after simple instructions to signal that the task is finished or the result achieved
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cut the mustard
CEFR B2to perform well enough for a particular need or expectation
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bright young thing
CEFR C1a clever, lively, attractive young person with strong social appeal
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bar none
CEFR C1without exception, especially when declaring something the best in its category
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make light work of
CEFR B2to handle a demanding task quickly and effortlessly
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sitting pretty
CEFR B2being in a comfortable and advantageous position, often financially
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