slam dunk
Meaning: accomplish something with great ease or efficiency.
Example: The new software made data entry a slam-dunk. Read more ➺
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Meaning: accomplish something with great ease or efficiency.
Example: The new software made data entry a slam-dunk. Read more ➺
Meaning: to start or finish with a lot of energy, enthusiasm, or success.
Example: These amazing recipes will set your engagement party off with a bang. Read more ➺
Meaning: do what is required.
Example: So far, the team's new player has failed to deliver the goods. He failed to open his account in his first three games. Read more ➺
Meaning: don't get discouraged or give up, no matter what.
Example: Things look bad for the team, but never say die. A miracle could happen. Read more ➺
Meaning: succeed or win despite ridicule or mistrust from others.
Example: She was terminated from the company a year ago, but she had the last laugh when she was employed by the company's main competitor at double the wage. Read more ➺
Meaning: a person who achieved greatness even though they came from a place not so great.
Example: Ken performed well despite his poor background, much like the rose that grew from concrete. Read more ➺
Meaning: succeed with a first step.
Example: Mary was so excited to get her foot in the door with her new internship. Read more ➺
Meaning: putting a lot of effort to get a task done.
Example: He has put in nothing but blood, sweat, and tears into this company. Read more ➺
Meaning: to be cognizant of where one's interests lie in a given situation.
Example: He tries to come across as a neutral party, but he is very aware of which side his bread is buttered on. Read more ➺
Meaning: used to refer to the person who originally invented a particular scheme, plan or idea
Example: Gladys was the brains behind the successful birthday party that left all the children smiling on their way back home. Read more ➺