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in action
1.
in action
Phrase

(of a person) doing something one is trained for or is very good at

Despite being exhausted from the long hours, the medical team stayed in action and worked tirelessly to save the lives of those injured in the accident.

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2.
in (good|perfect|full|) working order
Phrase

working or operating correctly and without any problems

My marriage is in good working order, and my partner and I communicate well and support each other.

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in full swing
Phrase

at the peak or maximum level of performance, engagement, or energy

The building project is in full swing, and the construction workers are making great progress.

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flash in the pan
Phrase

someone who experiences temporary success or achievement but ultimately fails to maintain it in the long term

He was a flash in the pan in the music industry, with one hit song that quickly faded into obscurity.

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dark horse
Noun

a person with secret skills or ideas that when become known, they surprise people

Everyone thought that John would be the next CEO, but Susan turned out to be the dark horse - she had some innovative ideas that nobody knew about and ended up getting the job.

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fat cat
Noun

someone who is very rich or influential, particularly a politician or business owner

The Hollywood producer is seen as a fat cat, living in luxury while many actors and crew members are underpaid and overworked.

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[have] (got|) it going on
Phrase

to have a sexually attractive appearance

By next month, she'll have got it going on even more, enhancing her natural beauty and radiating confidence.

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late bloomer
Noun

someone who experiences puberty or reaches maturity later than what is considered typical or expected, particularly when compared to those of a similar age group

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[be] in luck
Phrase

to be in a situation in which one can have what they desire or need

I wanted to buy the last item on sale, and I was in luck, it was still available when I got there.

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king of the hill
Phrase

the person who holds the highest position or achieves the greatest success in a particular context or competition

After winning the championship for the third year in a row, the basketball team was clearly the king of the hill.

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with flying colors
11.
with flying colors
Phrase

in a distinctive and very successful way

She passed her driving test with flying colors.

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[carry] weight
Phrase

(of a person or organization) to be exceptionally influential or important

His contributions to the project are significant and his ideas carry weight.

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man
13.
man
Noun

a person who is a male adult

This is my friend, he's a nice man.

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