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(as) easy as anything
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(as) easy as pie
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be like taking candy from a baby
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(as) simple as kiss your hand
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to not be rocket science
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Bob is your uncle
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to be (like) child's play
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piece of cake
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with one's eyes closed
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bed of roses
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sweetness and light
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to get one's tongue around something
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to make quick work of something
(as|) easy as (anything|ABC|falling of a log)
(as) easy as anything
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/æz ˈiːzi æz ˈɛnɪθˌɪŋ ˌeɪbˌiːsˈiː fˈɔːlɪŋ əvə lˈɔɡ/
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Idiom
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not needing any effort

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Fooling him was as easy as falling off a log.
If you all work in the same physical space, working as a team is easy as anything.
What is the origin of the idiom "easy as anything" and when to use it?

The idiomatic expression "easy as anything" is used to conveys a straightforward and uncomplicated task, emphasizing the simplicity of an action or activity. The origin of this idiom is not well-known, but it has been in use since 17th century.

(as|) easy as pie
(as) easy as pie
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/æz ˈiːzi æz pˈaɪ/
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lacking difficulty and done without putting any efforts

What is the origin of the idiom "easy as pie" and when to use it?

The phrase "easy as pie" is an idiom used to describe a task or activity that is incredibly simple or effortless. It likely originated from the fact that making a pie, especially compared to other types of cooking or baking, is generally considered an easy and straightforward process.

[be] like taking candy from a baby
be like taking candy from a baby
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/biː lˈaɪk tˈeɪkɪŋ kˈændi fɹʌm ɐ bˈeɪbi/
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Idiom
Informal

to not need any hard work at all

What is the origin of the idiom "be like taking candy from a baby" and when to use it?

The idiom "be like taking candy from a baby" is used to describe a task or action that is exceptionally easy or effortless. It highlights that the activity or situation is so simple that it's comparable to taking something from a child who cannot resist or defend it. The exact origin of this expression is not precisely documented, but it has been used for many years in English.

(as|) simple as kiss your hand
(as) simple as kiss your hand
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/æz sˈɪmpəl æz kˈɪs jʊɹ hˈænd/
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Idiom

very simple without involving any difficulty

What is the origin of the idiom "simple as kiss your hand" and when to use it?

The idiom "simple as kiss your hand" means that something is very easy or simple to accomplish. It likely originated from the idea that kissing one's hand requires little effort. This phrase has been used in English since the early 20th century and has become a way to express how easy a task is.

to {not} [be] rocket science
to not be rocket science
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/nˌɑːt biː ɹˈɑːkɪt sˈaɪəns/
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not that complicated or hard to understand, achieve, or do

What is the origin of the idiom "not rocket science" and when to use it?

The idiom "not rocket science" is often used to convey that a task or concept is relatively simple and doesn't require a high level of expertise. The phrase likely comes from the fact that rocket science, or aerospace engineering, is considered one of the most complex and challenging fields. This expression has been a common idiom in English since at least the mid-20th century.

Bob is your uncle
Bob is your uncle
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/bˈɑːb ɪz jʊɹ ˈʌŋkəl/
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used for emphasizing how easy or fast something is done

What is the origin of the idiom "Bob is your uncle" and when to use it?

The idiom "Bob is your uncle" is a British expression used to indicate that something is very easy to achieve or that things will work out smoothly. Its origin is believed to be linked to nepotism in British politics. In 1887, Arthur Balfour, a British statesman, was appointed as the Chief Secretary for Ireland by his uncle, Lord Salisbury, which led to widespread use of the phrase to suggest that political success can be as simple as having an influential relative.

to [be] (like|) child's play
to be (like) child's play
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/biː lˈaɪk ɔːɹ tʃˈaɪldz plˈeɪ/
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Idiom
Informal

to involve no difficulty

What is the origin of the idiom "be child's play" and when to use it?

The idiom "be child's play" is said to describe a task or activity that is very easy and simple to accomplish, as if it were something a child could do without difficulty. The origin of this phrase is straightforward; it likens an easy task to the kind of play that children engage in effortlessly. The idiom has been used in the English language for a long time, with documented usage dating back to the 17th century.

piece of cake
piece of cake
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/pˈiːs ʌv kˈeɪk/
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Idiom
Informal

anything that is very easy to achieve or do

What is the origin of the idiom "piece of cake" and when to use it?

The idiom "piece of cake" is used to describe something as very easy or simple to accomplish. It likely originated from the idea that eating a piece of cake is enjoyable and requires little effort. The phrase has been in use in English since the early 20th century and has become a popular way to express how easy a task is.

with {one's} eyes (closed|shut)
with one's eyes closed
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/wɪð wˈʌnz ˈaɪz klˈoʊzd ʃˈʌt/
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Idiom
Informal

without needing to try much

What is the origin of the idiom "with one's eyes closed" and when to use it?

The idiom "with one's eyes closed" is originated from the act of performing a task with one's eyes physically closed, which typically implies doing something without needing to see or relying on visual cues, due to the task being really easy. This could suggest a high level of skill or familiarity with the task. This expression is used informally to describe someone's ability to perform a task effortlessly or with great confidence.

bed of roses
bed of roses
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/bˈɛd ʌv ɹˈoʊzᵻz/
un lecho de rosas

un lecho de rosas

Idiom
Informal

a situation that is easy, pleasant, or comfortable

What is the origin of the idiom "a bed of roses" and when to use it?

The idiom "a bed of roses" is used to describe a situation that is comfortable, easy, or pleasant, without any significant challenges or difficulties. This phrase likely derives from the idea that lying on a bed of soft, fragrant roses would be a delightful and comfortable experience. It has been in use in the English language for several centuries.

sweetness and light
sweetness and light
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/swˈiːtnəs ænd lˈaɪt/
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a state or situation that is harmonious or free from problems

What is the origin of the idiom "sweetness and light" and when to use it?

The idiom "sweetness and light" is often used to refer to a state of peace, harmony, or enlightenment. It originates from a phrase used by the English essayist and critic Matthew Arnold in the 19th century, in his essay titled "Culture and Anarchy" (1869). Arnold used "sweetness and light" to describe the desirable outcome of a society that pursues intellectual and moral improvement.

to [get] {one's} tongue around {sth}
to get one's tongue around something
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/ɡɛt wˈʌnz tˈʌŋ ɐɹˈaʊnd ˌɛstˌiːˈeɪtʃ/
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Idiom
Informal

to be able to pronounce or articulate a difficult word, phrase, or language correctly, especially for non-native speakers

What is the origin of the idiom "get one's tongue around" and when to use it?

The idiom "get one's tongue around" does not have a widely documented or specific origin. It is likely a figurative expression that has evolved over time to describe the effort required to pronounce challenging words or sounds correctly. This idiom emphasizes the need for practice and mastery in articulating difficult linguistic elements.

to [make] (quick|short|light) work of {sth}
to make quick work of something
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/mˌeɪk kwˈɪk ʃˈɔːɹt lˈaɪt wˈɜːk ʌv ˌɛstˌiːˈeɪtʃ/
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Idiom

to finish doing something as fast as one can

What is the origin of the idiom "make quick work of something" and when to use it?

The idiom "make quick work of something" originated from the idea of completing a task or activity efficiently and swiftly. This phrase is often used to describe situations where someone or a group of people have successfully and rapidly completed a job or achieved a goal without encountering significant obstacles or delays.

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