Easy Idioms

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silver bullet

Meaning: A quick and highly effective solution to a complex problem.

Example: Many believe that AI is a silver bullet for improving healthcare systems. Read more ➺


shooting fish in a barrel

Meaning: Describes a task that is exceedingly simple to accomplish, often implying an unfair advantage due to the lack of challenge.

Example: Winning the debate against an unprepared opponent was like shooting fish in a barrel. Read more ➺


at one’s fingertips

Meaning: readily available or easily accessible for immediate use.

Example: All the necessary documents are at my fingertips for the meeting. Read more ➺


plum job

Meaning: a job that is highly desirable or sought-after because of its perks, benefits, or prestige.

Example: She secured a plum job that doubled her salary and included a generous bonus package. Read more ➺


plain as day

Meaning: easy and clear to understand.

Example: If you are unsure about using the equipment, please read the instructions. Its manual is as plain as day. Read more ➺


like a duck to water

Meaning: to do something very quickly and enjoy doing it.

Example: She's taken to her grandmother's house like a duck to water. Read more ➺


cool your jets

Meaning: to calm down and stop being so anxious or elated.

Example: Even though she wronged you, just cool your jets, and you will be fine. Read more ➺


in short order

Meaning: immediately and without difficulty.

Example: The children got ready in short order to go to the park and play. Read more ➺


easier said than done

Meaning: to explain that a task is easier to talk about than perform.

Example: It's easier said than done when it comes to convincing people that something is true. Read more ➺


child’s play

Meaning: an informal expression meaning something that is easy to do

Example: If you practise enough, driving will eventually become child's play. Read more ➺


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