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to go (the) whole hog
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done and dusted
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signed and sealed
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(from) soup to nuts
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the home stretch
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in hand
to [go] (the|) whole hog
to go (the) whole hog
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/ɡˌoʊ ðə hˈoʊl hˈɑːɡ/
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to do a task in the most complete way

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The Siemens display goes the whole hog.
We only planned to order appetizers, but we went whole hog and ended up getting a seven-course meal.
done and dusted
done and dusted
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/dˈʌn ænd dˈʌstᵻd/
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(of a task, event, situation, etc.) completely finished or taken care of

What is the origin of the idiom "done and dusted" and when to use it?

The exact origin of the idiom "done and dusted" is unclear, but it is believed to have originated in Britain during the 19th century. The phrase likely draws from the practice of cleaning or tidying up after completing a task. When a task was finished, dust or dirt would be removed, ensuring that everything was clean and tidy. Over time, the expression "done and dusted" became a figurative way of conveying the completion or finalization of various activities or events. Its usage has since spread beyond Britain and is now a commonly used idiom in English-speaking countries to signify the successful completion of a task or activity.

signed and sealed
signed and sealed
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/sˈaɪnd ænd sˈiːld/

having been formally authenticated by using signatures and official seals or stamps

(from|) soup to nuts
(from) soup to nuts
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/fɹʌm sˈuːp tə nˈʌts/

from beginning to end, including all the steps or components of a process or event

the home stretch
the home stretch
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/ðə hˈoʊm stɹˈɛtʃ/

the part of a race, competition, etc. that is considered its last

in hand
in hand
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/ɪn hˈænd/
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used to refer to something one is dealing with

What is the origin of the idiom "in hand" and when to use it?

The idiom "in hand" originated from the literal sense of holding or having something within one's grasp, indicating that one is actively dealing with or managing a particular matter or task. It is used to signify the current state of being in control or actively engaged in handling a situation, object, or responsibility.

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