To come off with flying colours
to succeed very well; to pass with distinction
To come off with flying colours
to succeed very well; to pass with distinction
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Examples
"She came off with flying colours in her exams."
"The trainee came off with flying colours after the intensive course."
Mnemonic Trick
Flying colours = flags of victory; success with distinction.
Cultural Context
Common phrase for outstanding success; good for sample results in essays.
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