flying colours
Britishplural noun
Example Sentences
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"It's a review that some countries will fail, and others will pass with flying colours."
From Barron's ● Jun. 18, 2026
After nine straight wins against lesser opposition, England passed the true test of their development with flying colours and four tries amid a delirious atmosphere at Allianz Stadium.
From BBC ● Nov. 15, 2025
She passed the fitness and cognitive tasks with flying colours.
From BBC ● May 23, 2024
Arsenal have been presented with examinations of different types on a regular basis in this impressive attempt to win a first title since 2004 - and they passed this one with flying colours.
From BBC ● Mar. 12, 2023
I don't know about Saunders—he's a fishy sort of customer—but I shall come out of all this with flying colours.
From The Explorer by Maugham, W. Somerset (William Somerset)
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